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MPPEP Phase 3 Invasive Wild-Caught Catfish

Rural Business-Cooperative Service · RD-RBS-26-03-MPPEP · Deadline: December 7, 2026 · Advertised ceiling: $2M

Program-level history — this opportunity doesn't publish per-opportunity awards, so these numbers describe its parent program (CFDA 10.381, Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program), not this competition alone. Labeled that way on purpose.

Listing summary

The Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program (MPPEP) provides grants to help eligible meat and poultry processors expand their capacity, which creates new, better and more processing options for meat and poultry producers. The goal for MPPEP Phase 3 Round 2 is to support Processors of Invasive, Wild-Caught Catfish species by increasing Processing capacity and providing greater opportunity in this sector. Strategies that can fulfill the goal of this NOFO and ensure lasting impacts include projects to increase Processing capacity; increase Processing volume; elevate incomes for both fishers…

Eligibility: State governments, County governments, City or township governments, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), Native American tribal organizations (other), Nonprofits with 501(c)(3), other than higher education, For-profit organizations other than small businesses, Small businesses, Others · Categories: Agriculture · official listing ↗

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