USDA Invests Over $500K to Expand ND Meat Processing Capacity

BISMARCK, N.D. (USDA) U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development State Director Tom Campbell announced that USDA is moving forward with over $500 thousand in investments through the Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program to help three meat processors in North Dakota expand capacity, strengthen competition, and create new market opportunities for ranchers. “Agriculture remains the backbone of North Dakota’s economy, and our local meat processors play a critical role in supporting ranchers and feeding communities across the region,” said Campbell. “These investments will help processors increase capacity, improve operations, and create new market opportunities. USDA is proud to partner with businesses that are strengthening rural economies and ensuring North Dakota producers have more options close to home.” The following North Dakota processors have received MPPEP grants: Butcher’s Edge in Edgeley will receive a $169,087 grant to increase processing capacity, improve eff