Grant opportunity
Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program Phase 4
USDA Phase 4 funding supports processing expansion and equipment investments that strengthen American meat and poultry supply-chain capacity.
- Funder
- U.S. Department of Agriculture
- Applications closed 7 August 2026
- Applications closed 7 August 2026: Aug 7, 2026
- Award
- USD 10,000 to USD 2 million; USD 60 million programme funding
- Applicant
- Eligible very small, small and intermediate meat or poultry processors, including qualifying businesses, nonprofits, cooperatives and Tribal entities.
- Discipline
- Agriculture, Food Systems and Enterprise
- Region
- United States
- Posted
- Aug 10, 2026
Call summary
Overview
USDA Phase 4 funding supports processing expansion and equipment investments that strengthen American meat and poultry supply-chain capacity.
Who can apply
Eligible very small, small and intermediate meat or poultry processors, including qualifying businesses, nonprofits, cooperatives and Tribal entities.
What it supports
- Processing capacity
- Equipment and facilities
- Local food supply chains
Funding and duration
- USD 10,000 to USD 2 million; USD 60 million programme funding
Applications closed 7 August 2026
Applications closed 7 August 2026: Aug 7, 2026
How to apply
Review the official call page and follow the stated submission instructions.
Call details
Source-based overview
USDA Phase 4 funding supports processing expansion and equipment investments that strengthen American meat and poultry supply-chain capacity. Applicants should use the linked official call page for the definitive eligibility rules, required documents and submission route.
Eligibility
Eligible very small, small and intermediate meat or poultry processors, including qualifying businesses, nonprofits, cooperatives and Tribal entities.
Funding and benefits
USD 10,000 to USD 2 million; USD 60 million programme funding
Themes and supported activities
Processing capacity
Equipment and facilities
Local food supply chains
Deadline and timeline
Applications closed 7 August 2026: Applications closed 7 August 2026: Aug 7, 2026.
Applicants should confirm the exact deadline time, time zone, required documents, portal steps and any institutional approvals on the official call page before submitting.
How to apply
Review the official call page and follow the stated submission instructions.
Before applying, check eligibility rules, budgets, attachments, page limits, partner requirements, cost-share conditions and whether the opportunity uses an expression of interest, full proposal, registration or nomination stage.