# MPPEP Phase 3 Invasive Wild-Caught Catfish

The Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program (MPPEP) provides grants to help eligible meat and poultry processors expand their capacity, which creates new, better and more processing options for meat and poultry producers. The goal for MPPEP Phase 3 Round 2 is to support Processors of Invasive, Wild-Caught Catfish species by increasing Processing capacity and providing greater opportunity in this sector. Strategies that can fulfill the goal of this NOFO and ensure lasting impacts include projects to increase Processing capacity; increase Processing volume; elevate incomes for both fishers and Processors; and to provide fair wages, and new, stable and safe job opportunities at Processing...

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Source: usda_federal
Source ID: 363804
Last confirmed Oct 12, 2026 · USDA
Deadline: December 7, 2026
Award size: $50K to $2.0M

## Answer-first Q&A

### Who is eligible for MPPEP Phase 3 Invasive Wild-Caught Catfish?

MPPEP Phase 3 Invasive Wild-Caught Catfish eligibility includes native_american_tribal_org, small_business, city_or_township, nonprofit_501c3, for_profit, native_american_tribal, state and county. Geographic eligibility is national or notice-specific geography; applicants should confirm the source notice before applying.

### What is the deadline for MPPEP Phase 3 Invasive Wild-Caught Catfish?

MPPEP Phase 3 Invasive Wild-Caught Catfish has a listed deadline of December 7, 2026. Grant deadlines can change, so verify the current date with USDA — Rural Development before submitting.

### How much funding is available for MPPEP Phase 3 Invasive Wild-Caught Catfish?

MPPEP Phase 3 Invasive Wild-Caught Catfish lists an award size of $50K to $2.0M, with 6 expected awards. Award ranges and total program funding are reported from the source metadata when available.

### Who funds MPPEP Phase 3 Invasive Wild-Caught Catfish?

MPPEP Phase 3 Invasive Wild-Caught Catfish is funded by USDA — Rural Development. GrantSonar tracks the notice with source ID 363804 from usda_federal.