Elevate New Mexico Agriculture

New Mexico Local Meat Processing Grant (LMPG 2027)

Overview

The New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) is accepting applications April 13 – May 15, 2026. The New Mexico Local Meat Processing Grant (LMPG 2027) competitive grant program that provides funding to support the acquisition, installation and implementation of waste material equipment and technologies at meat processing facilities located within the state of New Mexico.

Approximately $3 million is available through the LMPG 2027 grant program, pursuant to a one-time appropriation to NMDA during the 2026 state legislative session (https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/26%20Regular/final/HB0002.pdf) pg. 231, lines 23-24. Flexible awards will support projects that help eligible meat processing facilities improve waste handling and disposal, meet environmental and regulatory requirements, modernize facilities through equipment and technology, and reduce waste-related constraints that can limit operations. Grant funds are non-recurring and must be used before June 30, 2027.

How to Apply?

link: New Mexico Department of Agriculture Submission Manager

Project proposals must include:

Project Summary (250 words maximum): A brief overview of the proposal, highlighting the key objectives and benefits of the project.
Project Description and Workplan (5000 characters maximum): A detailed description of the proposed project including a timeline that details necessary activities, costs, and expected effects on business, community and environment.
Itemized Budget: A detailed financial plan that breaks down the total expenses of the project, including requested grant funding and any additional sources of funding, to provide a precise overview of where money is allocated.
Supporting Documents: Include any match verification letters, relevant certifications, permits, and letters of support from community stakeholders.

Considerations

Eligible applicants are meat processing businesses presently engaged in animal slaughter, processing and/or value-added processing. Proposals must demonstrate measurable improvements to New Mexico’s meat value chain through investments in waste management equipment and facility technology improvements.
Applicant businesses and public authorities must be physically located within the geographic borders of the state of New Mexico.
Each project awarded must be completed before June 30, 2027.
Grant funds will not be awarded to projects that duplicate activities of a project that has received an award from another federal or state program.
All grant funds will be dispersed on a reimbursement basis only, meaning grantees must first incur expenses, request reimbursement through NMDA, and provide detailed documentation proving the expense.
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For more information and/or questions about the FY2027 LMPG, please send an email to the following:

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