New Mexico Local Meat Processing Grant (LMPG 2027)
Forecasted
The New Mexico Local Meat Processing Grant (LMPG 2027) funds waste management technology upgrades in meat processing facilities to modernize operations and meet environmental standards statewide.
Funder: New Mexico Department of Agriculture
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Approx. $3 million total; award sizes and durations are flexible, funds must be used by June 30, 2027.
Summary: Supports New Mexico meat processing facilities in acquiring and implementing waste management equipment and technologies to modernize operations and meet environmental standards.
Key Information: All funds are reimbursement-based; projects must be located in New Mexico and completed before June 30, 2027.
Description
The New Mexico Local Meat Processing Grant (LMPG 2027) is a competitive program administered by the New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) to advance the capabilities of meat processing facilities statewide. The grant focuses on funding the acquisition, installation, and implementation of waste material handling equipment and technologies. The primary goal is to help facilities improve waste management, comply with environmental and regulatory standards, and modernize operations through new technology. The program aims to strengthen New Mexico’s meat value chain, reduce operational constraints related to waste, and foster a more sustainable and efficient local meat processing industry.
