USDA bought nearly $7.9 million in frozen ground beef for government food donations
USDA awarded $7,852,908 to a Colorado meat company for frozen coarse ground beef for USG food donations, recorded on 2026-08-28.
By Foodie Pundit Newsroom - Published - Updated - Section: Policy Regulation
Key points
- USDA recorded a 7,852,908 dollar award to CENTRAL VALLEY MEAT CO., INC. on 2026-08-28 for frozen coarse ground beef.
- The beef is packaged in 60 pound frozen cartons, so it is meant for bulk cooking by institutions or food banks, not grocery aisles.
- The record names the supplier and the commodity, but it does not say which donation programs, warehouses or nonprofits will get the meat.
- This single award is not likely to change grocery prices quickly, but big public buys can affect processing capacity and cold storage demand.
- If you run a kitchen, check with local USDA distribution offices or food bank partners about timing and freezer needs.
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