Meat-Processing Grants Available

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania on Aug. 15 announced the opening of the second grant program made possible by the recent PA Farm Bill.

The Very Small Meat-Processor Grant Program will provide funding to reimburse a portion of inspection and certification requirements for businesses that meet the federal definition of “very small meat processors.”

Beginning Aug. 15, qualified businesses can apply for the grants at www.esa.dced.state.pa.us/login.aspx

The application period closes on Sept. 30, 2019.

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