The funding will construct new facilities, create 1,200 new jobs.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is awarding $35 million to expand the processing capacity of 15 independent meat processors in 12 states. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack made the announcement this month, saying that this funding is expected to create more than 1,200 new jobs and allow these businesses to increase the processing meat each year.
“For the past four years, the Biden-Harris Administration has advanced a sustainable vision of agriculture that prioritizes the needs of the hardworking producers and small business owners who keep rural communities strong,” Secretary Vilsack said. “Through investments like these, USDA is working to give farmers and ranchers a fair chance to compete in the marketplace, which will increase local food options and lower grocery costs for American families.”
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For wisdom for Secretary Vilsack as he heads the USDA.
- For USDA officials as they review the producers that will receive the investments for meat processing expansion.
Sources: Department of Agriculture
