Governor and Executive Council Agenda item PDF - 2026-01-07 - agenda 29

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2026-01-07

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Department Of Agriculture, Markets, And Food, Department Of Administrative Services

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Governor and Executive Council meeting - 2026-01-07

New Hampshire jan o 7 2026Department of Agriculture,

Markets, and Food

Shawn N. Jasper, Commissioner

November 25, 2025

Her Excellency, Governor Kelly A. Ayotte

and the Honorable Council

State House

Concord, New Hampshire 03301

RFQLJESTED ACTION

1. Authorize the New Hampshire Department of Agriculture, Markets, and Food, to enter into a grant

agreement with Sherman Farm LLC (VC# 568861), Center Conway, NH, for the Resilient Food

Systems Infrastructure Program in the amount of $17,938.76, effective upon Governor and Council

approval through May 1, 2027.100% Federal Funds.

2. Further authorize an advance payment in the amount of $17,938.76 to Sherman Farm LLC, Center

Conway, NH, in accordance with the terms of the agreement, effective upon Governor and Council

approval. 100% Federal Funds.

Funding is available in account Resilient Food Sys Infra as follows

FY26

02-18-18-180010-28710000-072-502683 - Subaward Payments $17,938.76

EXPLANATION

The Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program is a USDA funded grant program intended to

serve middle-of-the-supply-chain needs to add value and provide more, new, and better markets

for locally or regionally produced food.

The funds are intended to support expanded capacity for the aggregation, processing,

manufacturing, storing, transporting, wholesaling, and distribution of locally and regionally

produced food products.

This project will support Sherman Farm LLC, Center Conway, NH, to purchase specialized food

processing equipment. This project was selected by a review panel comprised of industry relevant

experts and subsequently approved by USDA to be aligned with the eligibility criteria for the

Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program.

The department has determined that the vendor is in good standing with the Secretary of State's

Office, has secured the required level of insurance, and has provided evidence of authority to

1 Granite Place South, Suite 211, Concord, NH 03301

www.agriculture.nh.gov 1 (603) 271-3551

TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964

execute and be bound by the contract. Documents supporting these assertions are available at the

agency, for review upon request.

In the event that Federal Funds are no longer available, General Funds will not be requested to

support this program.

Respectfully submitted.

Shawn N. Jasper

Commissioner

FORM NUMBER G-1 (version I l«021)

GRANT AGREBMI5NT

The Stale of New Hampshire hikI the Granlce hereby

MriUiatly agree «s follows:

GENERAJL PROVISIONS

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1,1. State Agency Ntiftie

Department of/^rteulture, Markets, and Food

1.2. State Agency Address 1

1 Granite Place South, Concord, NH 03301

1.3. Grantee Name

Sherman Famt LLC

1,4. Grantee Address

2670 East Conway Rd, Center Conway, NH 03813

1.5 Grantee Bhonc # l.fi. Account Number

603^39-2412 2871000Q

1.7. Coraplcttoft Date IS. Grant Mm llatton

May 1.2027 817,033.76

1.9t. Grant Officer for State Agency

iJostiua Marshall

1.10. State Agency Telephone Number

603-271-3551

IfGitmtee Is a numicipatiiy or vllli^e district: "By signing this form wocertiiy that wc liavc compiled-with any public1 ineetino reauiremcnt for nccCntancc of this erant including If annlicflble RSA 31'.9S-b,"

1 ^ 1.12. Name & title of Grantee Signorl |

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1 Grantee Signatnre 2 Nnmc&Tide of Grantee agaov 2 "

1 Grantee Signature 3 Name & Title of Grantee Siguor 3

i 1.13 State Agency SlgnatHre(s) 1.14. Naine & Tifie,of State ^ency SiSoorfs)

1 l.is. Approval j^ttorncy General (Form, S«bsfaace and Exocatlon) (if G & C approval requtrcd)

|gy.^..O. Asstetant Attorney General, On: iZ. flHfTc'i'sr

1.16. Approval by Governor anil &wncfU (if applicable)

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through the Agency identified in blocl? 14 (hereinafter referred to as "the State"), the Grantee

identified in block 1.3 (hereinafter referred to as "the Grantee"). shaU perform that work identified and

more particularly described in the scope of work attached hereto as EXHIBIT B (the scope of workbeing hcteinafter referred to as "the Project").

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•shiam afid maimam in force, both tor ttsc bctKlii of ite State the following

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i" 1 I Stmcttofs woticTs" eompcnsation and ctnplosccs hability insurance for all 24,

cmptovccs engaged in ihc pertoraiancc of the Project, and

17.1,2 Gen«al liabihts insurance against all claims of bodily injuries, dcallior property

damage, in amotirns noi less than Si. 000.000 pa occuiTcnce iuid S2.000,CkX1

aggregate for bodily injury or death aiy one incitScrtl. t»d $50i),i W for property

damage m any.me incitknt, and

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WNSI KOCTlON f'f.AGK.ri M!.ffl AN!' 7» PMS. This Agramknt shah be'..iiistnicd in accurilitncc wiih d-t l.»w of the.•itslc of Sew Hainps

h,mlinBnn.«it«Kl inures to ihc bcncnini lhe parties and tlicr res^ctive <M-x.VA.,«.i assignee,. The cptkaK and cmimts of the -SMbjecl ■ W®'' f'n ni.iltcr nf csmscnicricc. wiii »ie not m be considcied Ji par! o w '.,yCC'

to be used III dclcrniining the intend of the ps.'tic.s ficrcio. nsrties

TliIKO !*AK'ii[;S The paxiics hcicio do rv»t fmcod ut ^and this Agreement shall r«d fx: cmst'ocd to confer any such benrf.t

UNTlKii AiiliLiifcliilir. f b's Agicenient. which may be eyectrted a ' •ofiSbJd^ach nf which sb.all he deemed an origiral. ^tagiecmem and uriilcrsiwulmg between the partwe, and yupcr>cde> all prud"av.recmchts ttnri undcrsjatidinga relating hereto...

it'iiOisX.tLkyM51kfo''.S. additiooal 01 modifying ptovtsnwts =es Irnihl:\liihit A hcietc arc incorporated as part ul thii iStKmcdt.

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A.a !i the date foi coitiniefKement fot txhibit A precede'; the tJfotiive Date all services pefforrned

bv the vMantee between the commesKctneni dale and tire liffriive Date shall be performed at the sole

risk of the Grantpp and in the event that this Agreement does not become effective, the State shaK be

unvict fivi obbgatinn to pay lire Grantee foi any costs ipcutred ur services perfejrrned.

Etthibit B, Scope of Work

The grantee shall utilize awarded Resiliciit Food Systems Infrastructure Program (P.fStj funds

(USOA-AMS Award ft23RFSlNH0012j for project titled "txpanding Wholesale Markets for New

Hamyshirt; food Businesses at Sherman Farm" to purchase specialized food processing eciuipaent as

octSilea m the grantee's infrastructure Grant Proposa! as approved by USDA, which Is hereby

iricorporatod by reference.

B,2 Outcomes shall be measured in accordance with the Expected Performance Measures section of

the grantee s Infrastructure Grant Proposal, increasing capacity in the middle of the supply chain and

economic viability of local/regional producers and processors.

B.3 Compliance. Ail project work snail be managed by the grantee who shall be responsible for all

project development and oversight. This includes adhering to applicable federal grant uniform

administrative requirements as specified in the Code of Federal Regulations and other federal

requirements as follows:

a. Grant fund.s awarded to state, local, and Tribal governments; public and private colleges

and universities; and non-profit organizations are subject to the Uniform Administrative

Requirements, Cost Principles, and.Audit Requirements for Federal Awards contained in

2 CFR part 200 and 2 CFR part 400.

b. Grant funds awarded to federal government entities are subject to the Uniform

Mdrninistrative Requirements and Cost Principles for Pederai Awards contained in 2 CFR

part 200 and 2 CFR part 400.

C. Grant funds awarded to For-Profit Orgartf.'ationt. are subject to the Uniform

Administrative Requirements contained In 2 CFR part 200 and 2 CFR part 400, and the

Cost Principles contained in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Sufapart'31,2,

Contracts with Commercial Organizations, codified at 48 CFR 31.2.

d. Recipients are responsible far the consistent application of the Federal regulations to

the RFSl grant funds including the USDA AMS General Terms and Conditions and the

RFS! Program Specific Terms and Conditions.

e. The CFR is accessible on the National Archives and Records Administration website and

in the Electronic Code of Federal Regulations at www.eclr.gov.

8 4 Prior Approval Requirements: To make any changes to proposed equipment purchases the

desired changes and obtain written approval from

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it t ' ^ wj.M wuiaiu appiuVai Ith_ New Hampshire Department of Agriculture, Markets, and Food fDAMF) Certain changes Tiayrequire approvals from tfie US Department of Agriculture. Agricultural Marketing Service and or '

Governor anrf Executive Council.

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B.li Repotting/Mniiilojing: The piitiilee wiil subtTiit (fotiimpnifliion to DAM' confirfning the

purch.3"*e of ciigibie eqiiipttient as detoiipd ip the Kr.ttitee'i ln'r-tsUii',t.ure (jrortt Proposal as approved by

USOA. Ihe Riaidee is requited to sulmiit an Atmu.il I'etfonnatn.e Report {fernplate provided by USDA-

AMS) dunnR eatb year of the projei t. (riiinlee (s also subjes t !o rrioriifotirig site visits frrrm DAMF and/or

Univer$t*v of New Hatnpshiie CooperaUve Extension staff,

B P Records; Record retention and accessibility is governed by 2 CFR 200333 and 200 337. The

grarttee must, retain financial records, project records, and supporting dotuments for a period of three

years from the date the- Grant Agreement is closed

Exhibit C, Payment

C.l The State shall disburse a maximum of $17,938.76 for the purposes of the project described m

Exhibit B as an advance disbursement.

C.2 Payment Process: In order to receive payment, Grantee must first be registered with the New

Hampshire Department of Administrative Services (DAS) for a State of New Hampshire vendor number.

If Grantee already has a vendor number and supplied it to DAMF, initial payment will be made once we

receive Governor and Council approval, if Grantee does not already have a vendor number, registration

is available at-

bUps:,-7apps-das.nh.Rov/vendorregistration./fS(rnkbxviiloscaesvqlln3nD2)iAvelcQme.a5px.

C.3 Method of Disbursement: Payment by the Slate shal! be completed by check or tieccronic

Funds Transfer ("EFT") in accordance with the vendor registration.

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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

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which (XIII include contracts, cntaUu} pririiig. or binding quotes provided by license cviiinicrcial entities.

APPLICANT INFORMATION I 4 -. »>.«• ^. «.

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ApphtatU Organi/ittioti.Name:

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Phone Nunibfr:

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Phy.sicai Address

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State.

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L.; in.ni Farm LLC

61)3-939-2412

mhdutionPsiiermanfarninh.com

2079 t-H.sl Conway Rd

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jCenlei Conway

NH

03813

Mailiag Address (If iJiflereiil fri>m above).Street

City

State:

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PRIMARY POINT OF CONTACT

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Name:

Title:

Phone Number:

Pniail Address;

Michelc Dutton

^Partner

inhtliitton@shermaiif.ttttinh.cotn

DISTRESSED COMMUNITIES INDEX

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TYPE OF APPLICANT

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^ Agricultural producers or processors, or groups of agriculttiral producers and processors.

Hor-profit entities operating inidtile-of-the-supply-cbain actito'tics such as processing, aggregation, or disfribution of targeted

^ agriciiltura! products, whoso.activities are primai iiy focused foi the berient of local and regional producers, and that meet tlie eli.gibilityrequirements of tlio SBA small business size standard.s arc eligible. For more inforination on the,se size standards, pie.ase visit SBA.'s

SLr-ilSlnndards webpoge, f or a quid: check on v.-hfther your business qualific.s, please use the Sjzo Slandard.s Tool,

I I NotP' ol't 01 ganizalions operating middle-of-thc-suppiy-cliai.o activities such as processing, aggregation, distribution of targetetlagriailtura! produtts

I i hocal government entniws operating rniddle-oMtrp-suppiy-chain activities such as processing, aggregation distiibntion oft.aroeledagricultural products

□ Tribal govci'uinenis operating middic-ol-tbe-suiiply-chain activities.such.is processing,.aggregation, rii.strihnfioo of r.nrgetetlagriciiltura! prodiins.

^ ^ Institutions such as.schools, itniversitic.s, or hospitals bringing pi oducers logelhei to estaiiiish cooperative or shared infrastructure or— invest ill equipment that will benefit multiple producers middle-of-rhe-suppiv-chaiu activhie.s.such a.s processing, aggregation,

distributinn of targeted agricultural product

PROJECT TITLE

Provide a descriptive project cnk in IS words or less in the space below. 1

Expanding Wholesale Markets for New Hampshire F*ood Businesses at Sherman Farm

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Include n p> ojectji'mmt.-iy of2^ wsirdjjfrJess suitable for dissetninntioii to the public. A Project Summary provides a veiy brief (one sentence,ij ptissiule) descriptiun of your project. A Project.Summnry includes.

1. The rmne of tne applicant organization that ifawarded a grant will establish an agreement or contractual relatiunship with the State

Applicant tc lead and execute the project.

2. The project s purpose, deliverable.':, and expected outcomes and

3. A description of the general rasks/activities to be completed during the project period to fiihill this goal

At Sheiman Farm, we are continually looking for ways to better serve our customers,.support our

employees, and strengthen our role in the communities we serve. A Line Washer will significantly

enhance our operational capacity and open up new opportunities for wholesale growth.

The acquiskion of a state-of-the-art line washer and sorting table will increase our production volume,

enabling us to meet growing demand and pursue wholesafe opportunities in new mat kets. 1 HUvSnUalso help addi^ess the ongoing labor challenges in our industry by streamlining our operations and

improving efficiency. With a built in triple filtraiion system we will also be able to be nioi e.su.stainable

in our watei conservation efforts.

By investing in this new technology, we will not only bolster our ability to distribute fann-fresh foods

to a larger customer base but also expand our reach into more communities across New Hampshire.

This initiative is a key step in ensuring that more families can access locally grown, high-quality

produce, while also supporting the sustainability and growth of our business.

We are thrilled about the potential this equipment hoicks for improving our operations, driving growth,

and creating more opportunities for collaboration with other NH farmers. As we continue to gi ow, vve

remain committed to our mission of providing fresh, healthy, and locally sourced food to communities

across the region.

PROJECT PURPOSE

OPER.ATIONS IDENTIFIER

Provide where within the Middle oftbe Supply Cham the requcsKd eqwpment be used:

0 Processing

□ Aggregation

Q Distribution

n Value Addt=d Production

Other

TYPE OF AGRltlULTUREAL FOOD PRODUCTS PROCESSED WITH THE EQUIPMENT?

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^ i Product Type

3000!bs Asparagus

SOOlbs Parsnips

SOOOllw Tomatoes

2500lb.s Carrots

SOOlbs Beets

1000 heads Lettuce

lOOOIbs Mixed greens

ISOOlbs Cucu!nbe.r.s

a Product Type

ISOOlbs SunuTicr Sqau.sh

ZSOOlbs VVinler.Squash

SCOPE OF WORK

PLEASE DESCRIBE THE CURRENT BUSINESS OPERATIONS INCLUDING SERVICES BEING OFFERED IN THE

GEOGRAPHIC FOCUS AREA.

Sherman Farm's ciirrenr business operations are deeply rooted in our commitment to sustainability,

quality, and education, By focusing on both crop and livestock production, the farm aims to provide

fresh, high-quality food to NH families while also maintaining a responsible and respectful approach to

the land and animals. Our effosts encompass a combination of;

Our busines.s engages in a range of core activities that support the local and regional food system.

The.se include cleaning, processing, v'alue-added proce.ssing, aggregation, pacicaging, and distribution.

Raw agricultural products are first cleaned and sorted, followed by processing or value-added

processing such as freezing, drying, or turning them into prepared goods. Finished products are then

packaged for retail and wholesale, ensuring compliance with food safety and labeling standards.

n terms of distribution, we currently sell products througii niultipic market channels. These include:

Direct-to-consumer sales at at our own retail market.

Wholesale distribution to 10 local grocery stores, restaurants and other farms.

Online sales with local pickup options.; institutional partnerships with a local private school.

Gun entlj', we distribute products to 3 local food pantries, with a focus on reaching consumers in

underserved urban and rural communities.

In addition to distributing our own products, we work collaboratively with other local producers. We

a.ssist them distribution, helping them access larger markets that would otherwise be difficult to reach

independently. This includes providing shared cold storage, and space on our delivery routes. This

cooperative model not only expands market access for these producers but also strengthens the

regional supply chain and reduces redundancies in tramsportation and logistics.

PLEASE DESCRIBE THE SPECIFIC NEED THAT THE REQUESTED EQUIPMENT WILL ADDRESS.

This pi oject.addi esses a critical gap in local food system infrastructure—affordable access to fresh,

local pioducc and the capacity to scale processing for both our own business and regional partners.

Many of the communities we serve lack access to high-quality, nutritious food due to economic and"

logistical barriers. Our goaTis to help^t fresh, local foocTintoTiomes and communltiesTfiat may

otherwise not be able to afford or access these products.

Currently, our ability to process larger quantities of vegetables is limited by outdated or insufficient

equipment. Investing in a vegetable line washer would signiiicanliy increase our processing capacity.

This would not only allow us to handle greater volume from our own farm but would also enable us to

process and package vegetables from other local farms. The.se additional products could then be

included in our existing delivery routes and wholesale accounts, e.xpandlng access and reducing waste.

At present, we carefully plan our production around what we can fea.sibly process and.sell, which

means no produce is going to waste, but we are limited in growth potential. With expanded capacity,

we could utilize additional growing ground, increase production, and diversify our offerings with more

value-added products, This would create new revenue streams, increase food access in vulnerable

communities, and strengthen the resilience of our regional food system,

PI.EASE DESCRIBE THE IMPACT THIS EQUIPMENT WllT HAVE ON LOCAL AND REGIONAL PRODUCERS, MARKET

OUTLETS, AND MORE.

The addition of a Line Washer to our processing equipment will have a significant positive impact on

local and regional producers, market outlets, and the broader community. Here's how:

Local and Regional Producers; By increasing our capacity to harvest and pi-ocess more pi oducts, we

will create a valuable opportunity for other farms in New Hampshire that may not have the t e.soui ces

or equipment to grow certain crops. These farms will be able to source their products fi om us atwholesale rates, ensuring they can continue to focus on what they do best. This collaboration will likely

foster stronger connections within the agricultural community.and promote sustainable practices

across the state.

Market Outlets; With the additional processing capacity, we will be able to expand the range and

volume of products available to market outlets, including local grocery stores, farm stands, andrestaurants. This boost in supply will help meet the growing demand for fresh, locally grown foods. As a

result, more NH-grown products will be featured in markets and on menus, giving consumers gi eatei

access to high-quality, locally sourced food.

Access to Local Food Programs: The increased processing capacity will directly benefit community

food programs, such as food pantries and Meals on Wheels. By expanding our abiiity to distribute morefood, we will be able to support these vital program.s with a consistent supply ol fresh, locally grownproduce. This not only helps fight food insecurity but also strengthens the local food.system byensuring that healthy, NH-grown food reaches those in need acros.s the state.

With the implementation of the line washer, we xvill significantly expand our ability todistribute value-added products throughout the year. This equipment will allow "fand process larger volumes of vegetables, enabling us to Incorporate an addiuonai Z,000 lbs of potatoesand 500 lbs of broccoli for late summer and tall distribution. For winter distribution, we will be able tostore and distribute 3,000 lbs of carrots and J,000 lbs of beets in cold storage. In the spring an

summer months, we will also be able to expand our production of washed, ready-to-package lettuce

mix, offering a fresh, convenient product for our customei-.s. These value-added items not only extend

Bie seasonal av\anilMTIfy"ol''our procfuctsliitFilro increase mar¥craMity andliccesilBITrty—pirUalliiBy'

for Families and ins'dtudons seeking pre-cleaned, ready-Lo-use local produce.

ESTIMATE THE NUMBER OF LOCAL AND REGIONAL PRODUCERS IMPACTED.

35

DOES THIS PROjECT DIRECTLY BENEFIT:

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0 l)nclerser.?ed farmers and ranchers?

^ New and beginning farmers and t anchei-,s?

153 Veteran ProducersV

[3 Procer;.sors or other middlu-of-die-supply businesses owned by socially disadvantaged individuals?

EXPECTED PERFORMANCE MEASURES aiThe outcomes anriperfommuce measures below provide a Jromcwork that allows,grant rtripicnts to ti ock and evaluate project activkivs.

Please provide expected numbers based on theprojecis scope of work Select S/A if not applicable to the speci/ic project.

BUDGET NARRATIVE

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OUTCOME 2: CAPACITY IN THE MIDDLE OF THE SUPPLY CHAIN FOR LOCAL/REGIONAL FOOD PRODUCTS

Indicator Description Expected Numbers N/Aj

2.3 Number ot processing equipment units purchased and instal ed' 1

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2.5 Number of aggregation, storage, distribution equipment units

purchased and installed: 0

OUTCOME 3: INCREASE ECONOMIC VIABILITY OF LOCAL/REGIONAL PRODUCERS AND PROCESSORS

Indicator Description Expected Numbers N/A

3.2 Number of local/regiona! agricultural producers who benefited

from the new or improved processing/aggregation/storage or

distribution capacity:

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!3.3 tfumber or new local/rcgionai products processed, aggregated,

stored or distributed:

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3.4 Number of nesvvalue-adried products developed*

[X|.15 Number of new market-outlets established: is □

Phase be sure to list and justify all expenses to be covered. Ij upplkahhetnuir that vmi have im Imh-d u m, ji keHwir s and Mivstivct,letter!s) to support the applkatinn information.

EQUIPMltNT

Describe any special pvrpo';e eauipment to be purclmed under the prant "Special purpose equipment." such ns such as, canners, huUinf)

processors, reeerse osmosis ^'steins, rqg pocking Machines, flotation tanks, roasters, or other processing equipment, pocking ami labeling

equipment, or delivcfy vehicles.

+ # Equipment Item Purcha.se Price

Acqui.sition

Date

Funds

Requested

- Lino vvnsher with sorting table S1793B.76 May 31st SJ7.938.76

Equipment Subtotal $17,938.76

EQUIPMENT JUSTIFICATION

For each h'quipment item listed in cbc above table de.scriba hoiv this equipment iviil he used to achieve the objectives ond outcomes qj the

project. Add mart equipment by copying and pasting the existing li.sting or delete equipment that isn't necessnry,

COR RXAMI'LC:

Equipment i: Description jnci justification

Equipment 2- DesiTiption and justification

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Liiie Washer

Tlie line washer vvill play a pivotal rote in improving rho overali eificieacv' of our produce prores.sing tiy reducing manual laimr andensuring con.sistciu, liigii-quaiity produce washing. Traditionally, pnutuce w.ashmg can dc a tinie-consuming and labor-intensive t

V/itli tiie implenirntarion of a line washer, we can clean larger auantities of produce taster and more efficiently. Tiiis rediaiioii m

processing time directly traii.siates into an Increased volume of food being processed, aliowiuE us t o coucribute more proriiu e to liie NewHampshire foot! system.

By automating the washing process, we will;

Im rt-ase tlu ough.pul: riii.s equipment enables us to process more produce in less time, which allows us to meet the demand ot local

maikets, especially benefiting under-served cotiununilies with greater access to fresh, healthy fond.

Reduce water usage; The line washer is designed to optimitte water u.sage, cecyUiiig and fiUermg water where possible, w.udi alignswith sustainnbiiiry goals. This reduction in water consumption helps us operate inortr eltidently, lower costs, and reduce our

Minimive labor costs: A.s the line washer streamlines the cleaning process, we can i ed.icn labor rEii.acemeht.s, allowing workers to focus

on other important tasks in die production line, leariin," to ovrrall cost saving-S atid increased operaooiial eiliaenty.

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The sorting lahie wiil be essential in enlwncirig the accuracy ami speed of our j.roduce sorting and packaging prorc^sso.-t IV nilows vvorUcrst o quickly sort produce bv size, qualitv, and type, which ensures that only die highcsi-quahty items are sent to market By reducing theamount of time spent on.sorting and increasing the.speed at which we can prepare produce tor distribution, diis ton! contnbutes to theoverall efficiency of die operation.

Mow the so.rting table contributes to project goals;

Boost effiriency and throughput: Tiie sorting table s design allows workers to quickly organize produce, vvbirh significandymcreasesthe nmount of 'ood processed in a shorter period. This directly supports out goal of ddivermg mot e produce into the mod system,nniticularlv for commtinitie^ thai Are traditionally under-serveti.., r ■ „.Support labor efficiency: By streamlining the sorting pi otess, the sorting table reduces the manual etfort rcquii ed, t "I' 'to focus on other cricicnl tasks. This is especially importam in a tood processing environment, where iaboi shoi tagcs t an often

^'RthirTfood waste; A sorting table enables more precise identification of imderporfocming produce that may nor. meet marketstandards. Tliis helps riTmimi.'.P waste by c-nsuring that loss-than-idcal items ore either repiirpo.secl oi dirr.irdcd.n lacnt y.Sustainabiiitv goals; With a more efficient sorting process, we can handle produce more delicately, rw ucing the f,,and spoilage. This directly supports oi;;- sustainability goals by ensuring that produce is iitilr/cri to fts fullest porcntial.jreducmg waste and

ensiiritig tharlnme nl ii,reaches consumers, eipecially tiuisf; in socially (iis"i(Ivnnt3gea cominuiiitiei.

iVi^ether, tlie line washer and snrtiug table will increase the eli'iriency of our proressiug operations, enabling us to conLributij more food

to the Nil food system. The impiaved labor effidenc/, reduced vvaieriisage, and waste minimr/.3tion align with our su.staimibility

objective.s, while the increa.sed throughput andarce.ss to fn-sh produce will help us better serve other lurniors, markets and.socially

disadvaiitagt'd conmiunilies, ensuring they rerei ve tlie nutriciou;; food they need.

^Appiicants must submit doaunentation to substantiate the costs of each piece of equipment, which can include

contr acts, catalog pricing, or- binding quote.s provided by license commercial entille.s.