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Processor-Focused Dairy Grants Open for Applications

The Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center's *Dairy Processor Modernization Grant [ [link removed] ]*and **New Dairy Processor Start-Up Grant [ [link removed] ]**, two processor-focused funding opportunities, are open now to applicants in 11 Northeast states, including Maine.

*Dairy Processor Modernization Grant [ [link removed] ]*

Funding will range from $15,000 to $350,000 and support the purchase of specialized equipment necessary for business growth and viability. Funded projects will address one or more of the following areas:


* Expanded processing capacity
* Increased facility efficiencies
* Implementation of packaging improvements

A 25% cash or in-kind match is required. At least 75% of grant funds must be used for eligible specialized equipment purchases. 

*Applications are open now through August 13 at 2:00 pm ET.* 

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*New Dairy Processor Start-Up Grant [ [link removed] ]*

Funding will range from $15,000-$75,000 and support new dairy processing projects throughout the Northeast. The goal of this program is to help develop competitive dairy processing businesses with long-term viability, supporting operations of all sizes in successfully launching and sustaining their products in the marketplace.

A 25% cash or in-kind match is required. At least 15% of grant funds must be allocated to obtaining technical assistance or training relevant to starting up value-added production. 

*Applications are open through September 5. *

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