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Food and Farm Businesses
Business Builder Grantee List
Meet the innovative food and farm businesses shaping the future of our regional food economy. The Northwest and Rocky Mountain Regional Food Business Center was proud to support a diverse group of Business Builder grantees—entrepreneurs and producers who received funding to take their operations to the next level.
From expanding processing capacity to launching new product lines and strengthening local supply chains, these projects reflect the creativity, resilience, and impact of food businesses across our six-state region.
Please note:
- The Northwest and Rocky Mountain Regional Food Business Center concluded operations in July 2025 following the cancellation of USDA Agricultural Marketing Service funding. The Center was able to disburse, support and close out the 131 Business Builder grants that it had awarded prior to losing funding.
- At this time, the Center itself is no longer providing technical assistance, grants, events, or direct services.
Explore the list below to understand the impact that this regional program had on food and farm businesses, and learn how each grantee used their Business Builder award to grow.
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| Business Name | City | State | Project Title/Description | Project Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1890 Farms, LLC | Riverton | Wyoming | Cold Storage and Marketing Expansion | 1890 Farms LLC is a Wyoming-based produce operation. The project funds a website, marketing materials, and a refrigerated trailer to improve supply chain logistics and brand visibility, to expand into local markets and grocery stores. |
| 2 Muddy Boots, LLC dba The Pig and the Plow: Farmstead Baked Goods | Fort Collins | Colorado | Expanding Bread Production and Food Safety | To increase production and delivery capacity, The Pig and the Plow will purchase a second commercial refrigerator, additional bread transport crates, and invest in updated food safety certification for staff. These improvements will double proofing capacity, increase transport volume, and support a growing team with food safety training. |
| 2 Muddy Boots, LLC/ The Pig and the Plow | Fort Collins | Colorado | Expanding Distribution and Value Chain Coordination for Colorado Grown Grains | 2 Muddy Boots, LLC is a Colorado-based food business focused on regional grain distribution and value-added products. Funding will support the purchase of a delivery vehicle and branding wrap, which will expand retail and wholesale markets, boost educational outreach, and strengthen value chains for 4–6 flour mills and 12 grain farmers. |
| Alluvial Farms | Everson | Washington | Improving Meat Storage and Delivery Efficiency | Alluvial Farms aims to enhance their storage and delivery systems by installing commercial freezer shelving and acquiring a larger delivery vehicle. These upgrades will increase operational efficiency, maximize freezer space, and support business growth. |
| Amza Superfoods, LLC | Portland | Oregon | Scaling Production for Superfoods | This project funds new processing equipment and a rebrand to improve production efficiency, reduce labor costs, and boost shelf appeal. The updates will expand market reach to meet growing consumer demand. |
| Hen & Hare Microfarm | Boise | Idaho | Reducing Waste Through Value-Added Collaboration | Hen & Hare Microfarm will launch a Farm Subscription Box featuring value-added products made with surplus from local farms. This project reduces food waste, increases sales for partner farms, and builds stronger regional food connections. |
| Arrowpoint Cattle Company, LLC | Nathrop | Colorado | Developing Whole Animal Value-Added Products | Arrowpoint Cattle Company will develop a line of value-added products using organ meats, tallow, and hides. This project includes market research and branding to improve sustainability and profitability through whole-animal utilization. |
| Bar L Diamond Inc. dba Little Creek Feed | Townsend | Montana | Walk-In Freezer Installation | Little Creek Feed, a rural retail meat and local food store, will install a walk-in freezer to expand access to locally raised meats. The project increases storage capacity, supports year-round protein availability, and strengthens regional food networks and the rural economy. |
| Bear Mountain Beef Inc. | Hawk Springs | Wyoming | Offal Equipment Upgrade | Bear Mountain Beef Inc. will replace outdated offal disposal equipment with a new skid steer to improve efficiency and reduce operational costs. This investment removes a key bottleneck, supporting smoother processing and long-term sustainability. |
| Blue Wildrye Farm LLC | Princeton | Idaho | Creating an On-Farm Commercial Kitchen | Blue Wildrye Farm will build a commercial kitchen to produce value-added meat products. This project supports rural job creation, environmental stewardship, and regional food system resilience. |
| Bohemia Food Hub | Cottage Grove | Oregon | Forklift Acquisition to Support Facility Expansion and Food Distribution | Bohemia Food Hub will acquire a new forklift to support a 500% expansion of its cold and dry storage facility. This upgrade will enable safer and more efficient movement of palletized goods and enhance statewide cross-docking and food distribution efforts. The project supports tenants, producers, and food businesses with increased storage access. |
| Boise River Lamb LLC | Caldwell | Idaho | Brand and market development | This project focuses on expanding the customer base and enhancing customer experience through developing marketing materials, launching a promotional campaign, and improving product packaging and presentation. |
| Bold Origins dba Quinoa Good | Jackson | Wyoming | E-Commerce Launch | This rural snack business will develop an e-commerce platform to increase visibility and direct-to-consumer sales. The investment strengthens market access and contributes to rural small business growth. |
| Boulder County Farmers Markets Food Hub | Longmont | Colorado | Cold Storage Expansion for Fresh Food Aggregation and Distribution | Boulder County Farmers Markets Food Hub will expand and reconfigure its cold storage infrastructure to expand food aggregation and distribution across the Front Range. This will meet increasing demand and expand market access for local growers. |
| Branch & Vine Herbs, LLC | Buffalo | Wyoming | Local Food Access Expansion | A local collaborative initiative will increase rural access to fresh, local food products in Fremont County. Funds support delivery methods and branding to improve consumer access and product viability. |
| Bryan Thoman BDA Holy Smokes! | Riverton | Wyoming | Equipment Upgrade for Smoked-Foods Business | This smoked value-add products business will purchase equipment to enhance production, safety, and sales. The project expands rural food offerings and supports value-added agriculture. |
| Campfire Chill, LLC (The Hive Kitchen Market) | Colorado Springs | Colorado | Equipment Upgrade to Support Food Entrepreneurs | This project funds new shared kitchen equipment to support 30 small food businesses and enhance access to commercial cooking infrastructure. |
| Canyon Chile, LLC | Cortez | Colorado | Developing Shelf-Stable Local Chile Sauces | Canyon Chile will develop shelf-stable versions of their popular fresh sauces to expand into retail and online markets. This project will increase accessibility and scalability for their handcrafted, locally sourced products. |
| Carmel Bella Farm | Sandpoint | Idaho | Extending Tomato Shelf Life with Freeze Drying | Carmel Bella Farm will purchase a freeze dryer to preserve heirloom tomatoes and produce value-added products. This investment will reduce food waste, diversify offerings, and support other local farms. |
| Ch'il Indigenous Foods | Wheatridge | Colorado | Strengthening Indigenous Food Brand and Production Capacity | This project supports brand development, increases production and storage capacity, and expands market access. The effort will elevate Native American foods in mainstream markets while supporting the economic viability of Native American growers. |
| Colorado Fresh Farms LLC | Monte Vista | Colorado | Scaling Wash Capacity for Crop Diversification | Colorado Fresh Farms will purchase a rinse conveyor to expand washing capacity, enabling new crop offerings and increasing sales to retail and wholesale markets statewide. |
| Colvin Ranch LLC | Tenino | Washington | Launch of Local Food Retail Store to Connect Producers and Community | Open a retail store specializing in local meat, dairy, and eggs. Connect small producers with the community to improve access to fresh, sustainable food. Create a year-round indoor farmers’ market to support the local food system. |
| Common Harvest Colorado | Denver | Colorado | Building Market Access Through Certification | Common Harvest seeks GAP and USDA Organic certification to access new markets and better serve over 50 Colorado producers. The project includes joining the Colorado Restaurant Association to reach new buyers. |
| Community Ag Alliance | Steamboat Springs | Colorado | Yampa Valley Meats Subscription Launch | Community Agriculture Alliance will launch Yampa Valley Meats Subscription to expand market access for regional meat producers. By handling transportation, personnel costs, and supplies, the project boosts direct sales and supports the local food economy. |
| Community Agriculture Alliance | Steamboat Springs | Colorado | Strengthening Regional Food Access | To boost producer sales and customer reach, Yampa Valley Foods will invest in marketing and infrastructure to support its growing regional food marketplace, aiming for a 25% sales increase in 2025. |
| Conservation Grains, LLC | Choteau | Montana | Scaling Heritage Grain Sales Through Marketing and E-Commerce | Conservation Grains mills regional ancient and heritage grains in Choteau, MT. Funding will support retail expansion through trade shows, an updated online store, and a cookbook reprint. These activities will create new market channels for customers and reduce operational effort and cost, increasing sales and viability. |
| Douglas Crabtree DBA Vilicus Farms - Anna Jones-Crabtreee Havre, MT | Havre | Montana | Expanding Grain Value Chains Through Storage and Distribution Solutions | Vilicus Farms is a regenerative grain farm in Montana building value chains for identity-preserved grains. Funding will support a specialized box truck, storage, and CRM software to coordinate deliveries to schools, pantries, and CSA networks. This project strengthens market access, supports rural processing, and builds regional grain infrastructure. |
| Dry Land Distillers/ Breaking Dads Distillers LLC | Longmont | Colorado | Building Regional Grain Infrastructure and Access | Breaking Dads Distillers will develop a regional grain hub offering artisan storage, processing, and education services. This shared infrastructure will reduce costs for farmers and expand markets for regenerative grains. The project increases farm profitability, fosters grain diversity, and enhances artisan grain availability for brewers and distillers. |
| East Denver Food Hub | Denver | Colorado | Rebranding for Regional Food Equity | East Denver Food Hub will rebrand as Hearty Provisions and relocate to a central warehouse, streamlining logistics and expanding its capacity to support regional farmers and community food access programs. |
| ETNSH, Inc | Sheridan | Wyoming | Retail Expansion of Wyoming Oats | This project will expand local retail and online sales for locally grown oats. Project funds support a website, branding, and farmers market support to build market reach. |
| Ferment Culture | Fort Collins | Colorado | Scaling Local Fermentation Operations | Ferment Culture will expand its production capacity with new equipment and cold storage, supporting more local farms, reducing waste, and increasing access to healthy, fermented foods. |
| Four Corners Food Coalition | Cortez | Colorado | Commercial Kitchen for Local Producers and Food Entrepreneurs | The project is to install a grain mill that can be used by local producers and small businesses in Montezuma County. This facility will address long-standing regional gaps in food processing infrastructure and increase value-added food production. |
| Fujishin Family Cellars, LLC | Caldwell | Idaho | Marketing Idaho Wines for Growth | Fujishin Family Cellars will launch a targeted marketing campaign and staff training initiative to raise awareness and demand for Idaho wines, strengthening the regional wine economy. |
| Garden of Oz, LLC | Fort Collins | Colorado | Upcycled Malted Flour from Brewery Waste | Garden of Oz creates high-value flour from Colorado-grown brewer’s spent grain (BSG). This project will reduce food waste and produce affordable, nutrient-rich barley flour. By transforming BSG into food, the project supports circular economies, local businesses, and consumers seeking sustainable ingredients. |
| Gem Orchard LLC | Emmett | Idaho | Expanding Long-Term Fruit Storage for Value-Added Growth | Gem Orchard will invest in improved cold storage infrastructure to expand its capacity for storing fruit and value-added products, supporting business growth and reducing waste. |
| Glacier Processing Cooperative | Columbia Falls | Montana | Freezer Capacity Expansion | Glacier Processing Cooperative will add freezer storage to address a critical bottleneck and support projected growth in livestock processing. The investment improves throughput for over 90 producers and enhances fair season processing for 4H and FFA participants. |
| GoFarm | Golden | Colorado | Expanding Local Food Access Through CSA Growth | GoFarm will grow its Local Food Share program by 10% through targeted outreach, supporting more farmers and increasing access to fresh, local food for hundreds of households. |
| Goodness Botanicals | Walla Walla | Washington | Shared-Use Kitchen and Processing Facility in Walla Walla Valley | This project will expand and improve a shared-use kitchen and food processing facility in the Walla Walla Valley, meeting local and state health department standards, which will provide farmers and food entrepreneurs space for value-added production and food service. |
| Hen & Hare Microfarm | Boise | Idaho | Reducing Waste Through Value-Added Collaboration | Hen & Hare Microfarm will launch a Farm Subscription Box featuring value-added products made with surplus from local farms. This project reduces food waste, increases sales for partner farms, and builds stronger regional food connections. |
| High Country Fungus LLC | Riverton | Wyoming | Mushroom Extract Product Line | A small farm will develop a mushroom extract line for natural, health-promoting beverages and supplements. Funding supports product development and market expansion. |
| Highwater Farm | Silt | Colorado | Increasing On-Farm Cold Storage for Winter Crops | Highwater Farm will install a walk-in cooler to store and distribute winter crops, extending the sales season, reducing losses, and improving food markets in rural communities. |
| Hobbs & Meyer, LLC DBA Pueblo Seed & Food Company | Cortez | Colorado | Scaling Drought-Tolerant Seed Production | Pueblo Seed & Food Co. will establish branded packaging and a milling station to grow its presence as a key supplier of drought-tolerant grains and legumes in the Southwest. |
| Hopper Specialty Meats | Walla Walla | Washington | Bowl Chopper Purchase | Hopper Specialty Meats LLC will purchase a commercial bowl chopper to double its processing capacity and diversify product offerings. This supports sales of locally sourced meats and strengthens markets for regional livestock producers. |
| Horizon Honey LLC | Sundance | Wyoming | Rural Product Delivery Expansion | A small producer will acquire essential distribution equipment to increase deliveries to rural communities. This will expand market reach and options for customers. |
| Itty Bitty Farms | Carey | Idaho | Enhancing U-Pick and Value-Added Operations | Itty Bitty Farms will upgrade food safety compliance and equip a commercial kitchen to grow its U-pick and value-added product lines, expanding local food access and sales. |
| Jack Miles Proctor | Dubois | Wyoming | Beef Product and Market Expansion | A family-run beef business will formalize operations and expand markets with branding, website development, and cold storage. This supports year-round sales of local protein and sustainable ranching. |
| Jackson Hole Chip Company LLC | Wilson | Wyoming | Delivery Vehicle Purchase | A Wyoming-based snack food company will purchase a delivery van to streamline logistics and increase business efficiencies. This supports operational growth and improves rural distribution capacity. |
| Jodar Farms, LLC | Fort Collins | Colorado | Creating Freeze-Dried Egg and Offal Products | Jodar Farms will launch new freeze-dried products using surplus eggs and offal, reducing waste and generating new revenue streams for long-term financial sustainability. |
| Kirsop Farms, Inc | Rochester | Washington | Expanding Buckwheat Processing and Access | Kirsop Farms produces climate-resilient grains like buckwheat for communities in Washington. Funding will support post-harvest processing equipment to expand markets and boost nutrition access. The project will improve farm viability and increase consumer access. |
| Kitchen in the Wild | Missoula | Montana | Optimizing Equipment and Storage for Shared Commissary Kitchen | This commissary kitchen serving 9 food businesses will upgrade essential equipment, expand storage, and purchase kitchen appliances and tools to help renters reduce costs and scale operations, and keep rental costs affordable. |
| Kitsap Fresh | Poulsbo | Washington | Launching New Pickup and Home Delivery Services in Jefferson County | We will expand into East Jefferson County by opening a pickup site and launching home delivery, leveraging relationships with and incubator support for farms and food businesses across the county. |
| La Victoria Incubator Kitchen | Aurora | Colorado | Launching a Spanish Language Program | La Victoria will launch a Spanish-language initiative to ensure food entrepreneurs can access training, services, and support to increase opportunity. |
| Lake County Community Development Corporation DBA Spring Creek Kitchen | Ronan | Montana | Shared-Use Kitchen Expansion to Support Local Food Entrepreneurs | We will expand an existing commercial kitchen into a fully equipped incubator for direct-to-consumer food businesses. This will provide affordable kitchen space, technical assistance, and business support through the Mission Mountain Food Enterprise Center. |
| Larry Bailey DBA Clean Food Farm | Orting | Washington | Expanding Freeze-Dry Capacity for Local Berry Farmers | This project will allow a commercial freeze-dry facility to meet growing demand from its farm partners by installing new freeze driers, adding storage, upgrading the facility for food safety compliance, and designing new packaging. |
| Latah County Fairgounds & Events Center | Moscow | Idaho | Kitchen Cold Storage Upgrade for Shared Use and Emergency Response | The project will replace outdated refrigeration in this commercial kitchen, with three new merchandiser refrigerators and two upright freezers. This upgrade will increase storage for shared kitchen users. |
| Life Inter Faith Team on Unemployment and Poverty (LIFT-UP) | Glenwood Springs | Colorado | Forklift Acquisition to Enhance Food Distribution | LIFT-UP will purchase a walkie stacker forklift to streamline operations at its regional food warehouse. This equipment will support the handling and distribution of over 1.4 million pounds of food annually, enabling LIFT-UP to meet growing demand across Colorado’s Western Slope. |
| Mountain Fresh Produce LLC | Pinedale | Wyoming | Refrigerated Van Acquisition | Mountain Fresh will purchase a refrigerated van with power capabilities to increase fresh produce transport. This supports cold chain reliability and meets growing local demand. |
| Mountain Oven LLC | Paonia | Colorado | Grain Infrastructure Expansion for Regional Food Resilience | Mountain Oven will improve infrastructure for grain processing, packaging, and distribution. This project supports local growers by increasing market opportunities, creating a shorter, more resilient supply chain for Colorado-grown grains. |
| Mountain View Feeders | Fort Collins | Colorado | Brand and Digital Presence Enhancement for Business Growth | Enhance brand awareness and customer engagement through digital improvements. Improve online presence and user experience. Drive higher sales and long-term business sustainability. |
| Neiffer Ranch Poultry | Lexington | Oregon | Facility Expansion | Neiffer Ranch Poultry LLC will expand its processing facility with a walk-in freezer, generator, scales, and labeler. The upgrades will make USDA certification possible, restoring poultry processing services in rural areas. |
| New Friends Farm, LLC | Lafayette | Colorado | Launching a Solar-Powered Community Food Hub | Friends Farm will create a solar-powered farm stand and educational space with digital ordering to improve local food access, increase SNAP availability, and reduce environmental impact. |
| Oak Meadows Farm | Ferndale | Washington | Farm Store Expansion | Oak Meadows Farm will expand its farm store and add freezers, signage, and branded packaging to boost visibility and retail sales. This will support small meat producers and customers, and will enhance the economic viability of the business. |
| Onward! A Lagacy Foundation DBA Montezuma Orchard Restoration Project | Dolores | Colorado | Mobile Juicing Expansion for Value-Added Fruit Products | MORP will upgrade its mobile juicing capabilities to process peaches, cherries, and plums, and offer smaller packaging sizes. This will reduce on-farm waste and help producers increase sales through diversified product lines. |
| Our Table Cooperative | Sherwood | Oregon | Commercial Kitchen Expansion for Local Processing and Safety Compliance | We will add a steam kettle, stand mixer, label printer and applicator, lift table, and lift pallet stacker to our commercial kitchen to improve processing services and opportunities for our members. |
| Oxford Packing LLC | Downey | Idaho | Packaging and Value-Added Processing Expansion | Oxford Packing LLC, a USDA-inspected facility serving 40+ ranches, will expand packaging services and offer value-added products like jerky and sausages. The project supports producer growth and adding new market channels. |
| Paper Kite Farm | Golden | Colorado | Wash/Pack Facility Expansion to Increase Capacity and Safety | Paper Kite Farm will purchase wash/pack equipment to enhance food safety and double post-harvest capacity. These upgrades will unlock new markets and ensure timely access to fresh produce for customers and local retailers. |
| Port Orford Sustainable Seafood | Port Orford | Oregon | Website Rebuild | Port Orford Sustainable Seafood, a rural seafood retailer, will rebuild its website to improve conversion rates and online visibility. This project enhances customer engagement and supports business growth through e-commerce. |
| Primitive Beer | Lafayette | Colorado | Low-Alcohol Beer Line to Expand Market Access | Primitive Beer will develop a new line of low-alcohol, terroir-focused beers using local agricultural products. This initiative supports shifting market demands and expands sales channels while maintaining local sourcing commitments. |
| Quarter Acre and a Mule farm | Pueblo | Colorado | Market Expansion in Pueblo's Food Insecure Communities | Quarter Acre and a Mule Farm will expand production and direct sales of affordable, local produce in two Pueblo neighborhoods. The project fosters community engagement and supports a resilient regional food system through collaborative marketing efforts. |
| Queens of Goodness, LLC | Lander | Wyoming | Creamed Honey Production Expansion | A Wyoming honey business will scale up creamed raw honey production with new equipment. This investment supports rural job creation, value-added processing, and market expansion. |
| R&B's Mo Betta Green Marketplace | Denver | Colorado | Community-Owned Food Hub for Equity and Access | This project will develop a sustainable, community-led food hub to support local producers, improve food access, and generate cooperative economic opportunities in urban and rural communities. |
| Ray Family Farm/Daniel O Ray | Joes | Colorado | Branded Meat Vending Machine for Direct-to-Consumer Sales | Ray Family Farm will design and install a vending machine in a high-traffic location to sell local pork directly to consumers. This initiative includes brand development and aims to increase revenue while improving accessibility to local meat. |
| Red Star Ranch, Inc | Hazelton | Idaho | On-Site Cold Storage and Distribution Center | Red Star Ranch will build an on-site cold storage unit to replace its current facility located 150 miles away. This upgrade will enhance inventory control, reduce transportation costs, and support regional product aggregation and distribution. |
| Red Wheelbarrow Produce | Sandpoint | Idaho | Farmstore Development for Year-Round Rural Food Access | Red Wheelbarrow Produce will open a daily-access farmstore in the Selle Valley to improve availability of local farm products. This project addresses rural food access gaps beyond the farmers market season and supports small farm viability. |
| Roaring Fork Mill | Carbondale | Colorado | Value-Added Product Line to Expand Organic Grain Consumption | Roaring Fork Mill is Colorado’s only Regenerative Organic Certified flour mill. This project supports the development of value-added products to reach consumers beyond flour buyers. |
| Rocky Mountain SER / Jobs For Progress, Inc. | Denver | Colorado | Cold Storage Expansion for Pueblo’s Food Entrepreneur Incubator | We will purchase a commercial refrigerator to expand storage capacity, reduce waste, and enhance food safety for food entrepreneurs. |
| Root to Shoot LLC | Sheridan | Wyoming | Year-Round Produce Production Expansion | A farm will expand its infrastructure to grow produce year-round. This will increase market reach, with a focus on sales to schools, retailers, and food banks. |
| Satchitananda Farm | Pinedale | Wyoming | Local Produce Marketing Expansion | A produce company will grow its brand awareness through marketing materials, packaging, and van wrap. |
| Second Street Farm | Lander | Wyoming | Farm Refrigeration Upgrade | A Fremont County vegetable farm will expand stationary and mobile cold storage. This will improve product quality and expand market access. |
| Shade LLC | Hotchkiss | Colorado | Mead Production Expansion Using Local Fruit and Honey | Shade LLC will expand its mead production capacity using local fruit and honey, diversifying markets for underutilized crops and boosting economic resilience. The project promotes the West Elks AVA and offers a replicable model for value-added innovation. |
| Shumway Farms LLC | Afton | Wyoming | Ice Cream Freezing System Upgrade | Shumway Farms will install a hardening freezer to improve ice cream quality and workplace safety. This project supports value-added dairy production and operational efficiency. |
| Sisterhood Kitchen Collective | Portland | Oregon | Equipment Upgrades for Food Entrepreneurs | This project will support 14 food businesses by funding a steam kettle, food processor, bottle labeler, label printer, bottle filler, and increased storage to reduce production time by 65% and lower costs. The project also includes building a website to expand market reach for member businesses. |
| Slow Food in the Tetons | Jackson | Wyoming | Software Integration for Food Market Operator | A Wyoming food market operator managing multiple channels will implement software to streamline inventory and sales systems. This enhances support for regional producers and market efficiency. |
| Slow Food Wind River | Lander | Wyoming | POS System Upgrade – Meadowlark Market | Slow Food Wind River will implement a new point-of-sale system at Meadowlark Market. The upgrade improves inventory management and producer payouts for over 85 Wyoming suppliers. |
| Snacktivist Inc/ Snacktivist Foods | Coeur d'Alene | Idaho | Regional Grain Pasta for School and Retail Markets | Snacktivist Foods will co-manufacture a whole grain penne pasta using regenerative regional grains. The pasta will meet school nutrition standards and expand healthy grain options. This project supports co-manufacturing partnerships, regional grain sourcing, and increases whole grain supply for institutional buyers. |
| Snake River Seed Cooperative Inc | Boise | Idaho | Vehicle Upgrade to Support Regional Seed Distribution | The cooperative will purchase a new delivery vehicle to replace an aging fleet asset, improving logistics, employee safety, and access to regionally adapted seeds across the Intermountain West. |
| Sohai Farm & Kitchen LLC | Thornton | Colorado | Scaling Value-Added Goods to Fund Food Equity Education | SFK will scale production of value-added goods |
| Sustainable Meats | Kuna | Idaho | Small-Batch Value-Added Meat Product Development | Sustainable Meats will develop new meat products like jerky and bratwurst using its USDA facility. This project increases marketing opportunities for regional livestock producers and supports a diversified meat economy. |
| Taste of the Wind | Laramie | Wyoming | Meat Byproduct Processing Equipment | Taste of the Wind will purchase tools to process livestock hides and fleeces. This reduces waste, supports year-round income, and strengthens Wyoming’s circular farm economy. |
| Teahouse Bakery, LLC | Cove | Oregon | Product Development of Eastern Washington Grains | Teahouse Bakery will foster a relationship with Ethos Stone Mill for value-add product development of Eastern Washington grains and product testing. |
| Texas Ridge Farms LLC | Deary | Idaho | Building a Bagging Operation to Serve Diverse Animal Feed Buyers | Texas Ridge Farms provides locally grown, non-GMO bulk animal feed in the Northwest. Funding will support feed bagging infrastructure to serve small and beginning producers. The project increases sourcing from regenerative growers and improves the supply of high-quality feed for producers of all sizes. |
| The Busy Mother LLC | Riverton | Wyoming | Commercial Kitchen Expansion | An allergy-sensitive cottage bakery will expand into a commercial kitchen to increase production. The project meets rising demand and improves consumer options for safe baked goods. |
| The Farmhouse Market | Thermopolis | Wyoming | Farm Store Development | A small Wyoming farm will open an on-site retail store offering local goods in a community with limited access. This project promotes healthy food, rural commerce, and producer collaboration. |
| House of Creature | Star | Idaho | Scaling Artisan Foods and Supporting Farmers | House of Creature will invest in production and packaging equipment to expand value-added products made with regional ingredients, promoting sustainable local food systems. |
| The Rancher's Daughter Montana LLC | Kalispell | Montana | Expanding Rural Food Opportunities: Enhancing Our Commercial Kitchen to Strengthen Montana’s Local Food System | We will expand and upgrade our commercial kitchen, increasing capacity and improving kitchen appliances and tools to support additional rural businesses in making value-added products and meals. |
| Timeless Seeds, Inc. | Ulm | Montana | Improving Grain Cleaning to Support Organic Pulse Farmers | Timeless Seeds is a Montana-based processor of organic lentils and chickpeas. This project upgrades cleaning equipment to reduce rejected product, increase payments to farmers, and enhance processing efficiency. It strengthens local food systems, supports farmer income, and ensures more organic pulses reach market. |
| Topp Fruits LLC | Paonia | Colorado | Refrigerated Truck to Expand Distribution to Small Buyers | Topp Fruits will purchase a refrigerated truck to better serve small and mid-sized wholesale clients across Colorado. This investment will ensure product quality, reduce emissions, and expand market reach. |
| Triple Slash Beef LLC | Monteview | Idaho | Consumer Education Campaign for Local Grass-Fed Beef | Triple Slash Beef will develop outreach materials and campaigns to educate consumers on the benefits of local grass-fed beef. This project aims to increase demand and support small-scale producers through direct market engagement. |
| Tumbleweed Bread, LLC | Monte Vista | Colorado | SLV Grain Milling to Support Water-Saving Crop Transitions | Tumbleweed Bread will establish a milling operation to process SLV-grown grains and pulses. This effort supports regional water conservation goals and adds value to local crops while stimulating new manufacturing jobs. |
| Two Saints Brewing Company, Inc. | St. Maries | Idaho | Production Expansion to Boost Local Supplier and Retailer Sales | Two Saints Brewing will scale its brewing operation, sourcing more ingredients from local vendors and increasing product availability for nearby retailers. |
| Uncompahgre Farms | Montrose | Colorado | Farmstand and Meat Sales Expansion for Low-Income Communities | Uncompahgre Farms will enhance its farmstand offerings to offer affordable, locally raised beef, lamb, and eggs. |
| Victory Gardens Education Center | Missoula | Montana | Expanding Farm Incubator and Direct Sales Through Community Hubs | This project will expand direct to consumer sales for producers in our farm incubator program by purchasing a walk in cooler/freezer for the retail facility. |
| West Cattle Company | Wheatland | Wyoming | Labeling and Cold Storage Upgrades | West Cattle Company will rebrand its products and install freezer thermometers to ensure safety and traceability. This supports market expansion and builds customer trust. |
| West Cattle Company | Wheatland | Wyoming | Distribution Vehicle Purchase | West Cattle Company LLC will purchase a transport vehicle to expand access to ethically sourced meats across Wyoming and surrounding states. The project improves efficiency and supports small producers. |
| Western Variety Farm LLC | Sheridan | Wyoming | On-Farm Farmstand Construction | Western Variety Farm will build a farmstand to sell seasonal produce directly to consumers. This increases consumer access and reduces off-farm sales barriers. |
| Wheeler Farm LLC | Westcliffe | Colorado | Refrigerated Delivery Van to Expand Dairy Distribution | Expand product delivery range by replacing the current van with a refrigerated vehicle to improve food safety. Maintain proper cold temperatures for pasteurized goat milk and cheese during transport. Increase access to fresh dairy products across Colorado. |
| Wing Over Farm | Moscow | Idaho | Post-Harvest Infrastructure to Scale Pasture-Raised Egg Production | Purchase post-harvest equipment to improve egg washing and storage capacity. Increase production efficiency and food safety for pasture-raised eggs. Support a steady supply of eggs to boost local farm store sales. |
| Wyoming Pure Natural Beef LLC | Wheatland | Wyoming | Premium Pet Food Line to Grow Market and Reduce Waste | Develop a premium pet food line to capture growing market demand. Increase customer base and profit margins by utilizing beef offal and trim products. |
| Yellowstone Spice Company | Lander | Wyoming | Spice Product Marketing Expansion | Yellowstone Spice Company will launch a new spice line with regional branding and custom packaging. The campaign supports rural entrepreneurship and market development in northern Wyoming. |
| CEDAR DRAW CIDER LLC | Buhl | Idaho | Increasing Cider Production Capacity | To meet growing apple yields, Cedar Draw Cider will upgrade its juice extraction process with improved equipment. This expansion enables full utilization of local apples and access to new markets. |
| Cold Springs Organics, LLC/ Montana Organic Association | Bozemen | Montana | Strengthening Regional Grain Supply Chains for Livestock Feed | Cold Springs Organics processes organic millet, pulses, and grains to serve Montana’s livestock producers. Funding will expand processing capacity and connect growers with non-commodity markets. The project improves supply of high-quality feed and enhances farmer profitability. |
| Folks Farm and Seed | Fort Collins | Colorado | Increasing Winter Crop Storage Capacity | Folks Farm will build a walk-in cooler to expand winter crop storage, enabling year-round food access, reducing post-harvest loss, and supporting rural employment and food security. |
| Grama Grass and Livestock LLC | Longmont | Colorado | Strengthening Farm Distribution Networks | Grama Grass will purchase a shared delivery vehicle to improve regional distribution logistics for small farmers, enabling more sales and supporting resilient local food systems. |
| Leikam Brewing LLC | Portland | Oregon | Expanding Kitchen Access for food entrepreneurs | We will upgrade our commercial kitchen with a new oven and fryer and other kitchen appliances and tools to expand services for small food businesses. |
| Many Rivers llc (DBA Northern Latitude Foods) | Coeur d'Alene | Idaho | Brand Expansion and Product Development for Wild Rice Goods | Northern Latitude Foods will invest in marketing, branding, and R&D to diversify its wild rice offerings and launch new products like wild rice flour. This project will strengthen regional food systems and improve returns by engaging local providers for marketing and implementation. |
| New Roots Farm LLC | Canon City | Colorado | Post-Harvest Upgrades and Online Sales Expansion | New Roots Farm will invest in post-harvest processing equipment and digital marketing tools to meet food safety standards and growing consumer demand. The project will improve operational efficiency and connect more consumers with fresh, local produce. |
| Squash Blossom Farm | Bellevue | Idaho | Infrastructure Expansion for Wholesale Root Crop Distribution | Squash Blossom Farm will expand post-harvest infrastructure to meet demand for local carrots and storage crops. This project strengthens the local food system by shortening supply chains and supporting farm-to-retail connections. |
| Terra Sana Farm | Mancos | Colorado | Delivery Trailer for Year-Round Fresh Produce Access | Terra Sana Farm will purchase an insulated trailer to expand CSA delivery and farmers market participation. The trailer will improve consumer access to fresh produce, and reduce food waste. |
| Windy Creek Farm LLC | Cheyenne | Wyoming | Increase Efficiency for Pumpkin Patch | Windy Creek Farm will increase its efficiency to improve customer experience and capacity through a POS system, linked printer, freezer, and refrigerator. |