States can qualify for federal programs that support more local beef processing, but say financial barriers have made it challenging to participate.

September 18, 2026 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will provide $50 million for states to start or expand meat-inspection programs with the aim of supporting small, local beef processing. The announcement comes on the heels of President Donald Trump’s boost for imported beef, and subsequent executive orders aimed at supporting the domestic cattle […]

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