The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is opening applications for the Meat Processor Infrastructure Grant through Feb. 24.
The meat processor grant program aims to grow Wisconsin’s meat industry and improve the long-term viability of the state’s livestock industry.
“Since Gov. (Tony) Evers and the legislature created the Meat Processor Infrastructure Grant program, the program has supported meat processors in modernizing, expanding and enhancing their capacity,” said DATCP Secretary Randy Romanski. “We encourage meat processors to apply for this opportunity and grow their business.”
Eligible applicants must operate or intend to operate a meat processing establishment in Wisconsin licensed by DATCP or the U.S. Department of Agriculture and be engaged in livestock harvest or processing. Projects must increase harvest capacity or production. Funding from these grants can be used for operating expenses directly related to the grant project — including expenses for engineering, architectural design, construction, food safety consultation, equipment and equipment installation.
DATCP will award grants for up to $50,000 for projects that last up to two years and help expand capacity or increase throughput. Processors must provide a match of 100% of the grant amount. The selection process is competitive.
Grant application and materials are available at https://datcp.wi.gov/Pages/AgDevelopment/MeatProcessorInfrastructureGran.... Applications can be emailed to DATCP grants manager Brian Williams at datcpdadgrants@wisconsin.gov. Grant recipients will be announced in the coming months.
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