NYS Department of Agriculture & Markets: Meat Processing Expansion Grant Program
Funding Amount
$50,000 - $250,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
NYS Department of Agriculture & Markets: Meat Processing Expansion Grant Program
Status: Applications currently closed. All funds have been allocated as of 12/4/23.
Geographic Scope: New York State
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Funding Available:
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Eligibility Requirements:
Administrator: Hudson Valley AgriBusiness Development Corporation (HVADC)
Program Background:
The program was sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey to increase capacity of New York's processing facilities. The 26 awarded projects expanded processing capacity by over 4.8 million pounds annually, with over 3.6 million pounds from New York farms. Total project costs: approximately $9.5 million statewide.
Contact Information:
Note: Alternative funding available through USDA Rural Development's Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program.
How to Apply
Application Process
Status: Applications Closed as of June 21, 2023
- Detailed project plan
- Project proposal outlining expansion/retention or establishment of USDA meat processing facility in NYS
- Detailed budget
- Project timeline
- Three years of complete federal tax returns
- Application form
- Budget sheet (separate forms for under $100k and over $100k)
- Application checklist
Required Materials:
Submission Instructions:
1. Read all program documents carefully before submitting 2. Submit all attachments separately through secure portal 3. Hard copy submissions may be mailed to: Hudson Valley AgriBusiness Development Corporation 507 Warren St, 2nd Fl Hudson, NY 12534 Attn: MPEG- Contact Duane Stanton at dstanton@hvadc.org for assistance with grant applications and questions
- HVADC provides guidance on crafting applications
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