Ozark Plateau Pork, LLC

Ozark Plateau Pork, LLC is a corporate entity located in Columbia, Missouri, registered in SAM.gov since July 2021, specializing in pork production with a focus on organic, non-GMO, pasture-based, and antibiotic-free pork products. The company operates a specialized slaughter facility in Osage County designed to support small, disadvantaged farm families, with a unique regional production model targeting local and regional markets. As a for-profit limited liability company and manufacturer of goods, Ozark Plateau Pork has positioned itself as an innovative agricultural enterprise committed to sustainable and humane pork production practices.

The company has secured multiple federal grant awards from the Agricultural Marketing Service, primarily focusing on enhancing pork production infrastructure and market capabilities. In January 2022, Ozark Plateau Pork received a COVID-19 relief grant (AM22PRSMO0621) supporting operational costs during the pandemic, with funds allocated for workplace safety, market adaptations, and facility modifications. A subsequent project grant (21MPIRGMO1103) for $200,000 enabled the purchase of critical equipment like carcass cooling systems, product freezing modules, and packaging technologies to increase production capacity and obtain federal inspection approval. Most recently, a sub-grant awarded in August 2024 from the New Hampshire Community Loan Fund Inc. will support a significant expansion of the company's processing plant, including adding sausage production equipment, upgrading cooling systems, and developing new product lines for diverse markets such as pet foods and pharmaceutical products. These grants collectively demonstrate Ozark Plateau Pork's strategic approach to scaling operations, improving food safety, and supporting local agricultural economies.