| Business Name | Regions Servicing | Areas of Expertise | Meat Industry Experience? | Poultry Industry Experience? | USDA Grant Experience? | Qualifications/Credentials | Experience with the following applicants? | Website | First Name | Last Name | Street Address | City | State | ZIP Code | Phone Number | Email Address | ||||
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| 2 | Black Kettle Buffalo | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | Facility Design | Yes | No | No | 40 plus years animal husbandry Meat plant owner/operator 12 years Involvement on meat industry since 1980 Consultant for bison operations Animal movement and handling facilities design | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Federally recognized tribes/ tribal entities Veteran Farmer or Rancher |
| Gehring | 13009 NW 96th ST | Moundridge | KS | 67107 | +1 (620) 345-6526 | blackkettlebuffalo@gmail.com | ||||
| 3 | Butcher Solutions, LLC | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | Butcher and Workforce Training | Yes | No | No | Butcher Solutions, LLC is a traveling butcher school that will come to YOU. We specialize in training butchers and retail meat cutters in harvest and fabrication of beef, pork, lamb, goat, bison and wild game. No need to send your valuable crew away for time consuming training or attempt to train them yourself while operating at full speed. We also specialize in meat science education for processors, livestock producers, consumers, and youth. We can create hands-on workshops, videos, print materials, and more to fit your specific needs. | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Socially Disadvantaged Farmer or Rancher Veteran Farmer or Rancher | butchersolutionsllc.com |
| Jepsen | 315 Miles Ln N | Livingston | Montana | 59047 | +1 (406) 220-1238 | butchersolutions@outlook.com | |||
| 4 | Center for Agricultural Development and Entrepreneurship | Northeast | Grant Writing, Feasibility Studies, and Business Plan Consultants | Yes | Yes | Yes | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Federally recognized tribes/ tribal entities Socially Disadvantaged Farmer or Rancher Veteran Farmer or Rancher | cadefarms.org |
| Cagle | 189 Main Street 5 Fl Mezz. | Oneonta | New York | 13820 | +1 (607) 433-2545 | james@cadefarms.org | ||||
| 5 | ChopLocal | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | Grant Writing, Feasibility Studies, and Business Plan Consultants | Yes | Yes | No | ChopLocal provides training and technical assistance (one-on-one help) for niche meat producers selling direct-to-consumer online. We offer a collection of webinars covering topics like meat pricing, Value Added Producer Grants, marketing and more. We also provide one-on-one help setting up online stores for niche meat producers, including farmers, ranchers and fishermen. | Not applicable | https://sell.choplocal.com |
| Olthoff | 1469 130th St. | Wayland | Iowa | 52654 | +1 (515) 230-4470 | katie.olthoff@choplocal.com | |||
| 6 | Community Development Services | West | Grant Writing, Feasibility Studies, and Business Plan Consultants | No | No | Yes | Our Statement of Qualifications is available upon request. | Beginning Farmer or Rancher | communitydevelopmentservices.info |
| Lucas | 3895 Main Street | Kelseyville | California | 95451 | +1 (707) 279-1540 | andy@cds.consulting | |||
| 7 | dba Camphouse Hemp | Midwest Northwest Southwest West | Grant Writing, Feasibility Studies, and Business Plan Consultants | Yes | No | Yes | Federal Grant Specialist AI - Artificial Intelligence application utilized for improved grant writing output Licensed Texas Realtor | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Veteran Farmer or Rancher |
| Smith | 1183 COUNTY ROAD 212 | WEIMAR | Tx | 78962 | +1 (512) 417-8898 | lmike@lmike.com | ||||
| 8 | Diligent Innovation | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | Equipment & Software Suppliers | Yes | Yes | Yes | We are a full-service, custom Metal Fabrication & Machining Company specializing in the complete process of designing, building, installing and maintaining livestock handling and processing equipment for the Meat Packing industry. Our services: Fabrication, Machining, Design / CAD, Research & Development, Consulting, Project / Process Engineering, Project Management Owner Dan Sambrooks has 40+ years' experience in the meat industry and Diligent leads the way in advancing how meat is harvested and processed. | Federally recognized tribes/ tribal entities | diligentinnovation.com |
| Sambrooks | 1625 Commerce Dr | Bourbonnais | Illinois | 60914 | +1 (815) 614-3832 | desambrooks@att.net | |||
| 9 | Dirigo Food Safety | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | HAACP Plans and Regulatory Consulting (Including Third-Party Certification) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Dirigo Food Safety creates stronger and more profitable food businesses. We do this by our proprietary process that creates a roadmap starting at your goals and leading to a successful analysis of the success model for the business. Dr. Michele Pfannenstiel brings her compliance expertise in food safety, her entrepreneurship acumen and the coaching chops to help clients finish their projects and meet their goals. Education ● DVM University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine concentration in public health ● BA Wellesley College: Majored in Economics and Geology Certifications ● Certified Food Safety Auditor ● FSPCA Certified Preventive Controls Instructor ● International HACCP Alliance Certified HACCP Instructor ● Seafood HACCP Alliance Certified HACCP Instructor ● Certified Life Coach ● Certified Embodied Healing Systems Practitioner ● Certified Advanced Leadership Coach Key Areas of Focus ● Business feasibility in agriculture and food enterprises ● One Health approach to food and ranching management ● Biodefense and biosecurity of the food supply ● Internal and External audits ● Validation planning ● Food Safety Plan creation and implementation | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Federally recognized tribes/ tribal entities Socially Disadvantaged Farmer or Rancher Veteran Farmer or Rancher | www.dirigofoodsafety.com |
| Pfannenstiel | 18038 Heritage Trail | Strongsville | OH | 44136 | +1 (908) 907-7798 | michele@dirigofoodsafety.com | |||
| 10 | EAGLE Certification Group | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | HAACP Plans and Regulatory Consulting (Including Third-Party Certification) | Yes | Yes | No | Since 1994, companies throughout the world have turned to EAGLE for certification of their quality, environmental, health and safety, and food safety management systems ensuring their systems produce safe, reliable products and services. In addition to our third-party certification services, EAGLE’s auditors provide first-party or internal audits and second-party audits of our client’s supply chain. Our commitment to helping clients improve productivity and reduce risk is the core of our business philosophy. Our industry-experienced auditors help clients maximize their investment through conformance analysis, constructive feedback, and opportunities for continuous improvement. With over 100 years of combined experience, our top management is focused on creating value for our clients throughout the auditing process. EAGLE has launched a new SQF Fundamentals Verification Assessment (FVA) that may be helpful for very small businesses just getting started on their food safety journey. To learn more, please click here: https://www.sqfi.com/our-program/fundamentals-verification-assessment In addition to this program, we are an accredited third-party certification body audited to many GFSI Benchmarked Standards, such as SQF, BRCGS, FSSC 22000, GLOBALG.A.P., PrimusGFS and more. | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Veteran Farmer or Rancher | https://www.eaglecertificationgroup.com/ |
| Russo | 40 N Main Street, Suite 1880 | Dayton | Ohio | 45423 | +1 (800) 795-3641 | chuck.russo@eaglecertificationgroup.com | |||
| 11 | Food & Livestock Planning, Inc. | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | Facility Design Grant Writing, Feasibility Studies, and Business Plan Consultants | Yes | Yes | Yes | Food and Livestock Planning Inc has been helping new and existing meat processors and livestock producers for over 30 years. We have over 75 years of experience in processing, food safety, business planning, and grant writing. | Not applicable | foodandlivestock.biz |
| Egolf | 9534 N Myrtle Court | Kansas City | Missouri | 64117 | +1 (181) 430-8298 | samantha.r.egolf@gmail.com | |||
| 12 | Friesla | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | Yes | Yes | Yes | A pioneer and leader in the design, US-based manufacturing, and commissioning of USDA-compliant Mobile and Modular Meat Processing Systems. Certified by the International HACCP Alliance to prepare and implement process control systems for producing safe, USDA-certified food. | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Federally recognized tribes/ tribal entities Socially Disadvantaged Farmer or Rancher Veteran Farmer or Rancher | Friesla.com |
| Lodder | 111 E Main Street | Everson | Washington | 98247 | +1 (800) 385-3390 | hello@friesla.com | ||||
| 13 | Good Roots Inc. | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | Yes | Yes | Yes | A growing team of food industry consultants across the country. Two distinct businesses that have merged and offer complementary solutions for our clients. https://www.kitchentableconsultants.com/ https://tasteprofit.com/ | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Socially Disadvantaged Farmer or Rancher Veteran Farmer or Rancher | www.kitchentableconsultants.com |
| Michaels | 112 Righters Ferry Road | Bala Cynwyd | Pennsylvania | 19004 | +1 (267) 606-0391 | sales@kitchentableconsultants.com | ||||
| 14 | Gwendolyn Vernon | Northwest | Yes | No | No | Proposal and grant writer since 1999. Experience writing USDA grant proposals and managing federal grants since 2019 (BFRDP and FMPP). Have worked with farmers and in sustainable agriculture since 2012. In 2022 worked with WA Dept of Ag's Small Meat Producer representative to identify alternative waste management options for custom meat processors (composting, rendering, etc.) | Beginning Farmer or Rancher |
| Vernon | PO Box 1297 | Winthrop | Washington | 98862 | +1 (206) 229-3479 | gvernon26@gmail.com | |||||
| 15 | Imperium Solutions | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | Yes | Yes | Yes | Imperium Solutions has a staff who has the experience and capability for research, professional outreach, grant writing, and necessary communication with USDA, NRCS, and EPA. Imperium Solutions have staff who have successfully written meat processing grants and have a background in the poultry industry. | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Federally recognized tribes/ tribal entities Socially Disadvantaged Farmer or Rancher Veteran Farmer or Rancher |
| Lukefahr, M-EDL | 20 N Main ST 201 | Cape Girardeau | Missouri | 53701 | +1 (479) 216-6387 | elukefahr@imperiumsolutions.org | |||||
| 16 | Independent Consultant | Northeast Southeast | Yes | Yes | Yes | University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ, Master of Science in Family & Consumer Sciences Keystone Development Center (KDC), Ephrata, PA *Executive Director, 2014 –2021 *Assistant Director, 2012–2013 *Board of Directors, 2009-2011 *Cooperative Developer, 2005-2007 Penn State Extension, State College/Lancaster, PA, 2008-2013 *Farm Food Safety Educator-State College, 2011-2013 *Agricultural Economic Development-Lancaster, 2008-2011 | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Socially Disadvantaged Farmer or Rancher | www.linkedin.com/in/peggy-fogarty |
| Fogarty | 614 Glenwood Drive | Ephrata | Pennsylvania | 17522 | +1 (717) 799-5989 | peggyfog@outlook.com | ||||
| 17 | Iowa State University Extension & Outreach | Midwest | Yes | No | Yes | Team of four has been completing feasibility studies for several years. Team members also have a great deal of experience owning and operating small businesses. Have written or assisted with numerous business plans. | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Veteran Farmer or Rancher | https://www.extension.iastate.edu/ffed/ |
| Johnson | 2625 N Loop Dr, Ste. 2430 | Ames | Iowa | 50047 | +1 (515) 296-3473 | duanej@iastate.edu | ||||
| 18 | Kansas Farmers Union | Midwest | Yes | No | Yes | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Federally recognized tribes/ tribal entities Socially Disadvantaged Farmer or Rancher Veteran Farmer or Rancher | https://www.kansasfarmersunion.com/ |
| Levendofsky | 115 E. Marlin, Suite #108, PO Box 1064 | McPherson | Kansas | 67460 | +1 (785) 527-0941 | kfu.nick@gmail.com | |||||
| 19 | Kentucky Center for Agriculture and Rural Development | Southeast | Yes | Yes | Yes | KCARD has worked with most small and medium-sized USDA inspected meat processing facilities in Kentucky, providing business planning, assisting with developing financial projections, and helping navigate funding resources. | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Socially Disadvantaged Farmer or Rancher Veteran Farmer or Rancher | www.kcard.info |
| Lackey | 411 Ring Rd. | Elizabethtown | Kentucky | 42701 | +1 (859) 550-3972 | kcard@kcard.info | ||||
| 20 | Keystone Development Center | Northeast | Yes | No | Yes | Cooperative development expertise, with over 50 cooperatives incorporated. Awarded over $5 MM in federal and state grants. Cooperative development center for PA, NJ, MD, and DE. | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Socially Disadvantaged Farmer or Rancher | www.kdc.coop |
| Gaydos | 108F N Reading Road | Ephrata | Pennsylvania | 17522 | +1 (412) 606-1607 | ron@kdc.coop | ||||
| 21 | Kolibri Comprehensive Business Services | Southwest West | No | No | Yes | 13 years experience writing and managing federal, state and foundation grants. 12 years experience research, evaluation, survey administration | Not applicable |
| Schlotterhausen | PO Box 252 | Wiley | CO | 81092 | 719-688-1523 | lisa.schlotterhausen@gmail.com | |||||
| 22 | Lightshed Grant Writing | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | Yes | Yes | Yes | USDA Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) grant writing and feasibility studies exclusively at this time. 100+ applications and $4M+ in requests since 2015. | Not applicable | lightshed.us |
| Arnold | PO Box 784 | Marshall | NC | 28753 | info@lightshed.us | |||||
| 23 | Matson Consulting,LLC | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | Yes | Yes | Yes | We have worked with more than 50 meat processing clients. Our assistance extends from writing feasibility studies and business plans, through USDA grants and assistance with preparing loan packages. James Matson wrote the original version of the USDA Cooperative Feasibility Study Guide in 1999. We help to secure $10 Million in federal grant funding in a typical year. We have been in operation since 2001. | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Federally recognized tribes/ tribal entities Socially Disadvantaged Farmer or Rancher Veteran Farmer or Rancher | www.matsonconsult.com |
| Matson | PO Box 661 | Aiken | SC | 29802 | 803-233-7134 | jmatson@matsonconsult.com | ||||
| 24 | MEQ Inc | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | Yes | No | No | Not applicable | www.meqprobe.com |
| Carbone | 68 3rd Street | Brooklyn | NY | 11231 | +1 (917) 881-8971 | remo@meqprobe.com | |||||
| 25 | MHT Consulting, LLC | Midwest Northwest Southeast Southwest West | Yes | No | Yes | We specialize in working with small USDA inspected facilities and facilities working towards a grant of inspection. Our services include HACCP/SSOP development and implementation as well as USDA-FSIS regulatory compliance. | Federally recognized tribes/ tribal entities | www.mhtconsultingllc.com |
| Tribbett | 203 Highland Drive | Sterling | Colorado | 80751 | +1 (970) 521-0430 | mike@mikesmeatmarket.com | ||||
| 26 | Mission West Community Development/ Mission Mountain Food Enterprise Center | Northwest | Yes | Yes | Yes | The Mission Mountain Food Enterprise Center (MMFEC) is Montana's only Shared-Use Food Processing and Manufacturing Facility. With 20+ years in operation, MMFEC’s focus is on incubating start-up food product enterprises, strengthening Montana’s food supply chain and bolstering our local food economies. The facility is 13,000 square feet, FDA registered, USDA Meat Inspected, Certified Organic and licensed for retail and wholesale food production and storage. MMFEC also partners with a number of government agencies and organizations to support programs that provide: Food product and market testing & development Food safety trainings and certifications Food labeling, packaging development & sourcing Processing for farm-to-institution markets Food business technical assistance Guidance on Organic certification Food Science technical assistance Feasibility and business planning resources Cooperative Development Services | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Federally recognized tribes/ tribal entities Socially Disadvantaged Farmer or Rancher Veteran Farmer or Rancher | https://missionwestcdp.org/mission-mountain-food-enterprise-center/ |
| Thornley | 407 Main Street SW | Ronan | Montana | 59864 | +1 (406) 676-5919 | kaylee.thornley@missionwestcdp.org | ||||
| 27 | Mobile Processing Trailers and Supply LLC | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | Yes | Yes | Yes | Facebook - @mobileprocessingtrailers (more information & photos) | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Federally recognized tribes/ tribal entities Socially Disadvantaged Farmer or Rancher Veteran Farmer or Rancher | mobileprocessingplant.com |
| Schmidt | 14235 County Road 154 | Kiowa | Colorado | 80117 | +1 (720) 626-5180 | mobileprocessing10@gmail.com | ||||
| 28 | Nyle Dehydrators | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | Yes | Yes | No | Our Dehydrators are designed and manufactured using state-of-the-art equipment, and our logistical capabilities allow us to build and install dehydrators for clients worldwide. The units are designed to dehydrate products to meet specific criteria, such as water activity, moisture content, and surface appearance. These criteria ensure a product’s quality, safety, and shelf life. By meeting these critical criteria, our systems are ideal for dehydrating: Pet Treats, Jerky, Fruits and Vegetables, Fish and Seafood, Meats and Proteins | Not applicable | https://www.nyledehydrators.com/ |
| St.Denis | 12 Stevens Road | Brewer | Maine | 4412 | +1 (705) 934-2397 | nstdenis@nyle.com | ||||
| 29 | Origin Farms | Midwest Southeast Southwest | Yes | Yes | Yes | Origin Farms provides business planning, feasibility study development, and grant writing services for small and medium sized meat and dairy processors. We have considerable grant writing experience with both state and federal programs, with a focus on USDA programs. Over the last twenty years, we have worked extensively with farmer-owned food companies. We have hands-on work experience in the meat industry, strong academic credentials, and a proven track record receiving grant awards. | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Federally recognized tribes/ tribal entities Socially Disadvantaged Farmer or Rancher Veteran Farmer or Rancher | www.originfarms.com |
| Wilkinson | PO Box 8434 | Kansas City | Missouri | 64114 | meat@originfarms.com | |||||
| 30 | Praesidio Consulting LLC | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | Yes | Yes | No | 25 years of USDA regulatory experience in the meat, poultry, and egg products industry, including oversight of HACCP implementation, adherence to SSOP and labeling regulations, assuring the humane handling of livestock for slaughter, import / export issues, regulatory investigations, food illness outbreak trace-backs, and managing recalls. Hands-on experience with in-plant regulation serving as an Inspector in Southern California, then as an Enforcement Investigations and Analysis Officer, and Frontline Supervisor in Northern California. Transitioned to an Investigator, and then Supervisory Investigator, within the Office of Investigation, Enforcement and Audit in Denver, Colorado. During my tenure with OIEA I conducted, and supervised, numerous surveillance activities, enforcement actions, recall actions, criminal investigations, and criminal prosecutions for the western region. In 2015 I promoted to Deputy District Manager for the Denver District, managing the in-plant inspection activities conducted by a multi-disciplinary team. My team carried out regulatory inspection activities in approximately 300 meat, poultry, and egg, inspection establishments across several states and US territories. Following my retirement from federal service I established a consulting firm in 2019 to assist industry producers with regulatory issues relating to all aspects of food safety in the meat and poultry industry. We assist our clients with obtaining Federal Grants of Inspection, HACCP & SSOP development and implementation, assistance with labeling, facility and equipment review and consultation, guidance with microbiological and chemical testing, Humane Handling Program development and implementation, and we provide technical expertise in responding to, managing, and resolving all regulatory issues. | Not applicable | www.PraesidioConsult.com |
| Atkinson | 1201 N 3rd Street | Johnstown | Colorado | 80534 | +1 (970) 578-9366 | Rich@PraesidioConsult.com | ||||
| 31 | Presage Analytics | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | Yes | Yes | No | Presage Analytics is a problem-solving company that uses software to track data in the food and beverage production space, allowing for iPhones and iPad data entry into a cloud database for modern, robust, an scalable digital tools for Quality, Safety, Production, and related production data and instant traceability. | Not applicable | https://www.presageanalytics.com/ |
| Fryzek | 2124 Y St | Lincoln | Nebraska | 68503 | +1 (800) 309-1704 | nate@presageanalytics.com | ||||
| 32 | Range, Inc. | Midwest Northeast Southeast | Yes | Yes | No | To provide technical assistance to farmers and ranchers with converting livestock into meat products to sell, how to add value to the carcass, and how to sell meat to their customers. Curriculum development Author of the James Beard-nominated book The Art of Beef Cutting Founder of Range Meat Academy Developed cuts to add value to carcass values like the Denver Cut, Flat Iron, and beef country-style ribs | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Federally recognized tribes/ tribal entities | www.rangepartners.com |
| Underly | 917 West Washington blvd. Ste 237 | Chicago | Illinois | 60607 | +1 (773) 405-5553 | Kari@rangemeatacademy.com | ||||
| 33 | RDP Consulting, LLC | Midwest Northeast Southeast | Yes | Yes | No | Please visit my website for my C.V. | Not applicable | www.rdpfoodconsulting.com |
| Pace | 4575 Aylesbury Ct | Evans | GA | 30809 | +1 (706) 799-5279 | bobbypace@knology.net | ||||
| 34 | Rivershed SPC | West | Yes | Yes | Yes | M.S. Agriculture, Certified Basic Conservation Planner (farm planner), 10 years agricultural operation management experience, 10 years grant writing with success in securing millions of dollars in federal USDA funds, supportive of operations of all sizes with expertise in small to medium operations | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Federally recognized tribes/ tribal entities Socially Disadvantaged Farmer or Rancher Veteran Farmer or Rancher | www.rivershedspc.com |
| Elder | PO Box 43 | Acme | Washington | 98220 | +1 (360) 840-3064 | rivershedspc@gmail.com | ||||
| 35 | Rocky Mountain Farmer's Union Cooperative Development Center | Southwest | Yes | Yes | Yes | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Federally recognized tribes/ tribal entities Socially Disadvantaged Farmer or Rancher Veteran Farmer or Rancher | RMFU |
| Baca | 7900 E Union Ave Ste 200 | Denver, Colorado | Colorado | 80237 | +1 (303) 283-3530 | sandra.baca@rmfu.org | |||||
| 36 | Selena Ligrano | Northwest | No | No | No | Written and managed City and private corpaorte grants for food system work. | Not applicable |
| Ligrano | 1411 N 48th St | Seattle | Washington | 98103 | sligrano@gmail.com | ||||||
| 37 | Single Shot Consulting | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | Yes | No | No | Over 20 years combined knowledge in technical and applied experience in Meat Science, Humane Handling/Animal Welfare Programs (Facility Design, Training & USDA Regulatory Compliance), Food Safety Programs & Regulatory Compliance (HACCP, 3rd Party Audits, SQF), and general meat processing operations from harvest to grinding, to fully cooked products. Also skilled in leadership development and training within the meat plant and processing environment. | Not applicable | https://single-shotconsulting.com/ |
| Perry | PO Box 71 | Vermillion | Minnesota | 55085 | +1 (651) 318-7646 | denise@single-shotconsulting.com | ||||
| 38 | Stepwell Strategies, LLC | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | Yes | Yes | Yes | With Stepwell Strategies, you gain a partner with years of experience in the nonprofit and for-profit conservation and agricultural sectors. We are a network of collaborators who spend their days on farms, at universities, growing food businesses, and supporting high-impact nonprofits. Existing clients trust our ability to strategically grow their funding pipeline and create a measurable impact on the ground. We bring a real-world understanding to our work, not only helping you secure funding but thinking through the implications that funding might have on your staff, programs, and priorities moving forward. As a boutique firm, we customize all of our grant writing work for our clients as opposed to relying heavily on stock language and materials for multiple clients. We know that no two projects are the same and we ensure that from start to finish, all content is written with your project goals in mind. While the content is original, the process is structured and builds upon a tried and true project development process that has resulted in a high degree of success. Over the past decade, we have: Raised over $15M in grant funding Achieved a 58% success rate across 57 proposals. We have experience applying for and managing a wide variety of AMS, NIFA, NRCS, RD, and SARE programs. Additional expertise, as well as a full resume and grant writing examples, can be made available upon request. | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Socially Disadvantaged Farmer or Rancher Veteran Farmer or Rancher | stepwellstrategies.com |
| Shorofsky | 29 N Curley St. | Baltimore | Maryland | 21224 | +1 (410) 409-3737 | ben@stepwellstrategies.com | ||||
| 39 | Steward | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | Yes | Yes | Yes | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Socially Disadvantaged Farmer or Rancher Veteran Farmer or Rancher | www.gosteward.com |
| Newton | 178 Union Street South | Concord | North Carolina | 28025 | +1 (704) 305-6654 | aaron@gosteward.com | |||||
| 40 | Stewards Unlimited | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | Yes | Yes | Yes | Stewards Unlimited, LLC (SU) is a business development consultancy and USDA grant writing agency which helps agricultural organizations grow with confidence. SU works with individuals and organizations across the US to research opportunities, develop strategic project plans, and secure funding through proposal development. As strategists and grant writers, we specialize in USDA applications. We have extensive experience working with agricultural organizations and have secured millions in funding from USDA grant programs. Founded by an agricultural engineer and entrepreneur with hands-on business development experience, we enjoy combining technical content, business acumen, and impact-focused language into one cohesive package to promote environmental sustainability, farmer profitability, and a more equitable society. Stewards Unlimited invests in clients to develop long-term relationships that go beyond the initial project. Grants and business development are part of a long-term strategy; let us be stewards of your growth so you can focus on what you do best. | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Socially Disadvantaged Farmer or Rancher Veteran Farmer or Rancher | www.stewardsunlimited.com |
| Ussery | 6142 Bittersweet Lane | Mc Donald | Tennessee | 37353 | +1 (423) 284-8221 | stephen@stewardsunlimited.com | ||||
| 41 | Summit Funding Group | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | Yes | Yes | No | Equipment finance or lease from $ 5000- 250k application only for established meat processors 24 months -60 months. Financing available $ 250k $ 5 million if additional YTD financials and 2 yr business tax returns provided | Beginning Farmer or Rancher | www.summit-funding.com |
| Liddell | 6341 Eagle Ct | Mason | Ohio | 45040 | +1 (513) 293-4480 | iliddell@4sfg.com | ||||
| 42 | The Context Network | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | Yes | Yes | Yes | The Context Network is a global management consulting firm that specializes in agriculture. For over 30 years, The Context Network has assisted clients across the ag value chain in making better strategic and tactical business decisions. Follow the link below to learn more about our process and areas of expertise. https://contextnet.com/context-network-brochure/ | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Socially Disadvantaged Farmer or Rancher Veteran Farmer or Rancher | https://contextnet.com/ |
| Moyer | 5550 Wild Rose Lane, Suite 40039 | West Des Moines | Iowa | 50266 | +1 (580) 334-2880 | clay.moyer@contextnet.com | ||||
| 43 | UltraSource LLC | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | Yes | Yes | Yes | We are a 139 year old company servicing the medium to small meat industries. Specializing in equipment needs for Kill floor, Processing, Packaging, Operational supplies, Parts, Service and education. We can help provide you with estimates for feasibility studies. Work with your engineers and architects on your plant layout. Help understand the needs of the types of equipment based on volume, potential growth and to overall reduce labor. | Federally recognized tribes/ tribal entities | https://www.ultrasourceusa.com/ |
| Ashby | 1414 W. 29th Street | kansas city | MO | 64108 | +1 (816) 527-5564 | rhonda.ashby@ultrasourceusa.com | ||||
| 44 | Unified Fields | Midwest Northeast Southeast Southwest | Yes | No | Yes | Over 20 years experience in slaughter and fabrication of beef, pork, lamb, goat.(Religious exemption included). Hands-on training of all processes. Built and operate our own mobile slaughter unit. Facility Design, Equipment, and Labor needs experience HACCP certified | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Socially Disadvantaged Farmer or Rancher Veteran Farmer or Rancher | UnifiedFields.net |
| Buchanan | 370 Castle Shannon Blvd. Unit 14732 | Pittsburgh | Pennsylvania | 15234 | +1 (412) 515-4078 | Ben@unifiedfields.net | ||||
| 45 | Virginia Foundation for Agriculture, Innovation, and Rural Sustainability | Northeast Southeast | Yes | Yes | Yes | VA FAIRS is a not-for-profit foundation based in Richmond, Virginia, with the mission of assisting rural agricultural enterprises. Our staff is highly qualified, with years of experience assisting agriculture producers. We partner with major stakeholders including USDA. Our areas of expertise include strategic planning, grant assistance, feasibility study and business plan creation, and cooperative assistance for rural agricultural enterprises. | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Socially Disadvantaged Farmer or Rancher Veteran Farmer or Rancher | https://www.vafairs.com/ |
| Perkins | 12580 West Creek Parkway | Richmond | VA | 23238 | +1 (804) 290-1158 | whitney.perkins@vafb.com | ||||
| 46 | Walton's Inc. | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | Yes | Yes | Yes | Walton's Inc. is a family owned and operated business in Wichita, KS that sells meat processing equipment and supplies ranging from equipment to casings, packaging, seasoning, and all the other daily supplies needed in a meat processing facility. We use our years of experience in the industry to work with new builds on layouts and equipment needs then follow up with customers after the sale with further training and support on equipment and operation questions. We continue to work with tribal plants currently operating facilities as a knowledge resource. Further references from current tribal plants are available upon request. | Federally recognized tribes/ tribal entities |
| Walton | 3639 N COMOTARA ST | WICHITA | Kansas | 67226 | +1 (800) 835-2832 | DYLAN@WALTONS.COM | |||||
| 47 | AgriForaging Food Safety | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | Yes | Yes | Yes | * State (custom) & Federal (USDA FSIS) beef, pork, lamb/goat slaughterhouse design including site management, septic/wastewater and electrical load analysis + compost management system. * State (custom) & Federal (USDA FSIS) poultry slaughterhouse design including site management, septic/wastewater and electrical load analysis + compost management system. * USDA FSIS Grant of Inspection compliance. * ALL facets of State & Federal (FDA, USDA FSIS) HACCP Plan audit, development & integration. * Ready-To-Eat smokehouse & cured meat (charcuterie) state & federal food safety compliance. * Food Safety auditing services available. * 3rd party audit preparation, development, implementation, training & approval for USDA FSIS & FDA establishments. * FDA (non-meat) registration & state conformance. * Commercial kitchen + plant design. * Co-packing facility design. * FDA & state pet food & pet treats regulatory compliance * FDA & state bakery food safety compliance * FDA & state craft beverage food safety compliance * Dairy operation/production audit & food safety compliance * GAP (good agricultural practices) farm food safety * Distribution food safety compliance * Warehouse food safety compliance | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Federally recognized tribes/ tribal entities Socially Disadvantaged Farmer or Rancher Veteran Farmer or Rancher | https://www.agriforaging.com/ |
| Day | 39 Delaware Ave | Delhi | New York | 13753 | +1 (845) 481-0820 | nicole@agriforaging.com | ||||
| 48 | Birdsign Consulting | Northwest West | No | No | Yes | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Federally recognized tribes/ tribal entities Socially Disadvantaged Farmer or Rancher | https://www.birdsignconsulting.com/ |
| Ordóñez | 123 South 9th St | Mount Vernon | Washington | 98274 | +1 (360) 336-6401 | rita@birdsignconsulting.com | |||||
| 49 | Power Knot LLC | West | Yes | Yes | No | NTEP, CE, TUV | Not applicable | www.powerknot.com |
| Griffith | 47613 Warm Springs | Fremont | California | 94539 | +1 (408) 878-5312 | Reese.Griffith@PowerKnot.Biz | ||||
| 50 | Shine Sourcing & Supply Chain Solutions | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | Yes | Yes | Yes | https://www.linkedin.com/in/beth-robertson-martin-a692b94/ | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Socially Disadvantaged Farmer or Rancher | www.shinesourcing.com |
| Robertsonmartin | 26550 Noble Road | Shorewood | MN | 55331 | +1 (323) 493-0622 | b.robertsonmartin@gmail.com | ||||
| 51 | Wild Kid Acres | Northeast | Yes | No | No | Wild Kid Acres is owned by a Minority, Veteran and Beginning farmer, Gerardo Martinez. Gerardo Martinez, a Naval Academy graduate of the class of 2011, served in the Marines. Subsequently, he worked in corporate life, operating a leadership development firm. His 5 acres Anne Arundel county farm property was purchased in 2019. Upon purchasing the property; Gerardo and his family set out to convert the unofficial dump into a thriving homestead using Climate-Smart Agricultural practices. The family built the home and all the infrastructure surrounding the farm by hand. Originally from the inner city and migrant families themselves, Gerardo and his family also wanted to ensure that their new homestead could serve as a model for other young families looking to find alternative ways to redevelop properties. Due to the onset of COVID19 and their unique location within a suburban environment, the family was bombarded with curiosity and demand to visit the farm property. In 2020 the family made a choice to open its farm doors solely for the purpose of community agriculture enrichment. This led to explosive growth in demand for programming and by 2021 they had named their farm Wild Kid Acres. Wild Kid Acres identified three main goals for the farm: To inspire the community; enhance local economic development; and enrich the local ecosystem with Climate-Smart Agricultural practices. As 2021 began, the family more proactively involved the community in their learning experiences and growth. From there, the farm not only became an educational venue but also a refuge for animal therapy clients both young and old. It became a way for inner city minority teens to witness a farmer who looked like them and was from the same background care for animals, regenerate the land, and seek out agricultural resources from existing institutions. In just a few months Wild Kid Acres became a focal point for agricultural education, access, and inclusion. Throughout 2022, the family set out to learn as much as they could from the local agricultural community, expand the infrastructure of the farm to include an aggregate farm market and production kitchen processing facility, formalize youth and family programming, develop diverse income streams, and ensure sustainable partnerships with all their different audiences. | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Veteran Farmer or Rancher | wildkidacres.org |
| Martinez | 731 Mayo Road | Edgewater | Maryland | 21037 | +1 (410) 497-4295 | wildkidacresllc@gmail.com | ||||
| 52 | Bierman Equipment LLC | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southwest West | Yes | Yes | No | We sell products that can dispose of your offal efficiently either by composting or Incineration. Large and small volumes. We also handle plastic panels for walls, doors and floors. Plus stainless steel doors all customized to the size you need. | Not applicable | biermanequipment.com |
| Bierman | 4206 R Ave | Larrabee | IA | 51029 | +1 (712) 261-0137 | t.bmn79@gmail.com | ||||
| 53 | HACCP CONSULTING GROUP, LLC | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | Yes | Yes | Yes | HCG founded in 1994. Veterinarians, Food Scientists, Former FSIS officials, etc. on staff. Services include: Accredited Meat and Poultry HACCP Training, Assist in developing and implementing HACCP plans, SSOP, carcass and environmental testing programs and GMP programs. Applications for FSIS, Grants of Inspection. Facility inspections for FSIS compliance. Tailored food safety and FSIS regulatory enforcement training. Food Defense Plans. Recall Plans. Responses to FSIS Noncompliance Reports (NRs) and NOIEs. Bilingual and virtual training services. Other food safety services on request. | Not applicable | WWW.HACCPCG.COM |
| SAVAGE | 4022 NICHOLAS COURT | FAIRFAX | Virginia | 22033 | +1 (703) 597-5672 | SAVAGER3@VERIZON.NET | ||||
| 54 | Rodale Institute | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | Yes | Yes | Yes | Certified Crop Adviser, IOIA-Trained | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Federally recognized tribes/ tribal entities Socially Disadvantaged Farmer or Rancher Veteran Farmer or Rancher | https://rodaleinstitute.org/consulting/ |
| Malriat | 611 Siegfriedale Rd. | Kutztown | PA | 19530 | 610-683-1416 | consulting@rodaleinstitute.org | ||||
| 55 | Advanced Tanning Solutions | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | Byproduct Handling | No | No | No | Advanced Tanning Solutions specializes in the development of chemistry for hair-on animal hide tanning. Our founder, Dale Knobloch, is a true pioneer in the world of taxidermy and tanning. He introduced the first “home tan” to the industry over 40 years ago making it possible for small companies to create their own in-house tanning processes. Since then, our focus is on creating and maintaining quality products. We are majority woman owned, we manufacture and blend our products in Golden, CO. Our commitment is on providing product recommendation and support for the DIY tanner, small rancher, taxidermist, and hair-on tanneries. We believe in utilizing as much of the animal as possible coinciding with our motto “Finish the hunt, save your hide.” | Not applicable | advancedtanningsolutions.com |
| Prinzi Kimbro | 21025 West Gate Road | Golden | Colorado | 80403 | +1 (303) 642-3060 | kim@advancedtanningsolutions.com | |||
| 56 | Agriculture Grant Solutions LLC | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | Grant Writing, Feasibility Studies, and Business Plan Consultants | Yes | Yes | Yes | Agriculture Grant Solutions is a food and agriculture grant writing firm with clients in 35 states nationwide. Our team of experts has submitted hundreds of grant applications and secured millions of dollars in grant assistance for clients to assist with expansion, innovation, food safety, and more. Our philosophy is to offer comprehensive support throughout the entire grant lifecycle, from application through the entire award administration period. We are proud members of several state associations, AAMP, and NMPAN. Our team members have years of experience working in state and Federal government and will be a valuable resource to you no matter where you are in the grant or financial aid process. Categories: Grants, tax credits, financial assistance, state and local, federal, consulting, grant administration, county economic development support, industry networking, supplier and distributor relationships, management solutions, meat processor software products. | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Federally recognized tribes/ tribal entities Socially Disadvantaged Farmer or Rancher Veteran Farmer or Rancher | Www.AgricultureGrantSolutions.com |
| Miller | 666 Grand Ave. #2000 | Des Moines | IA | 50309 | 515-650-2191 | Info@agriculturegrantsolutions.com | |||
| 57 | Alternatives TLC, LLC | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | Grant Writing, Feasibility Studies, and Business Plan Consultants | No | Yes | Yes | Consultant to small businesses since 2005. Most recent 7+ years experience as fractional Head of Operations, HR and Compliance for a family-owned USDA slaughter/ processing operation. Wrote a grant, including feasibility study and business plan for MPPEP Phase I expansion for client and was awarded $4.2 million. Got client organic certification. My “Small Business Roadmap” helps clients prepare for timely and accurate grant application filing and operational excellence. | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Veteran Farmer or Rancher | https://www.alternativestlc.com |
| Kaufman | 15 Nelke Ct. | Hawthorne | New Jersey | 7506 | +1 (201) 562-3500 | ckaufman@alternativestlc.com | |||
| 58 | American Protein Specialists, LLC | Midwest Southeast Southwest West | Financing and Investors Grant Writing, Feasibility Studies, and Business Plan Consultants HAACP Plans and Regulatory Consulting (Including Third-Party Certification) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Managing member has 45 years of meat and poultry processing in financing, production, sales, product flow, product development, mergers and acquisitions. Seasoned support staff include government document acumen and research expertise. | Not applicable | www.americanproteinspecialists.com |
| McClure | PO Box 61215 | Corpus Christi | TX | 78466 | +1 (361) 537-8132 | steven@americanproteinspec.com | |||
| 59 | Cleaner Greener Future L.L.C. | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest West | Financing and Investors Grant Writing, Feasibility Studies, and Business Plan Consultants | Yes | No | Yes | Awarded Local MCAP grants (2 out of 2) and dozens of REAP grants. Team has consulting, management, and environmental studies experience. | Beginning Farmer or Rancher Socially Disadvantaged Farmer or Rancher Veteran Farmer or Rancher |
| Morris | 1800 Main St | Parsons | Kansas | 67357 | +1 (620) 778-1436 | clint@cgf.solutions | ||||
| 60 | Summit Funding Group Inc | Midwest Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest | Financing and Investors | Yes | Yes | No | Equipment Loans- $ 5k-5 million . App only to $ 250k for estabished meat processors 2 yrs + . Member IMPPA/OMPA/KMPA . | Veteran Farmer or Rancher | summit-funding.com |
| Liddell | 4680 Parkway Dr Suite 300 | Mason | Ohio | 45040 | +1 (513) 293-4480 | iliddell@4sfg.com | |||
