Nevada Joins USDA State Meat and Poultry Inspection Program

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Nevada is the latest state to join the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) State Meat and Poultry Inspection (MPI) Program.

“The Nevada State Meat and Poultry Inspection Program will significantly expand our local meat processing capacity, strengthen the supply chain, bolster Nevada’s agricultural economy and ensure greater access to safe, locally produced food,” said Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo. “This initiative was a priority in my first term, and I look forward to seeing the positive impacts of this program and enjoying our Nevada-raised meat products.”

Nevada becomes the 30^th state with an approved MPI program, supporting more than 1,500 small processors nationwide with the benefit of state inspection. USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) will work closely with the Nevada Department of Agriculture and local stakeholders to ensure implementation and continued trust in food safety standards, said the agency in a Nov. 25 statement.

“We are strengthening the backbone of America’s food system by forging true partnerships with states and empowering local producers,” said U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins. “Today’s action builds on our commitment to deliver clear, accountable food safety standards and support small businesses while delivering safe food to families and communities.”

In 2025, USDA committed $14.5 million to support state inspection programs. The FY 2026 budget recently appropriated by Congress renews this commitment by providing $15.2 million to strengthen inspection capacity.