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USDA cancels $1 billion in funding for schools and food banks to buy food from local suppliers
"It's a pretty big hit, and that's mostly fresh fruits and vegetables," said Patti ... low — it meant supporting your community and your local farmers in your state." While the $100,000 ...
The Progress-Index on MSN1d
Federal funding cuts leave Petersburg’s free produce programs, local farmers in limbo
Local free food distribution organizers and farmers are struggling to fill in the gaps amid federal funding cuts.
USDA yanks $11.3M to buy Iowa meat, dairy, fruits, veggies for schools, day cares, more
USDA cuts $11.3 million in purchases from Iowa farmers for schools, day care centers, food banks. The impact is 'potentially ...
Dhaka Tribune8d
Local fruits see high demand in Dhaka as consumers prioritise freshness
Consumers are increasingly opting for domestic fruits due to their affordability and fresh quality. Shoppers at various ...
Telegraph-Forum (Bucyrus) on MSN12d
Smith Acres Produce recognized for boosting access to fresh produce
Smith Acres Produce in Galion is the only local produce grower that accepts both WIC and Senior Farmers Market Nutrition ...
A Rooftop Garden Transforms Montreal
Given Quebec’s many months of tough winter, the Canadian province had to address local sourcing of fresh fruits and ...
Tennessee bill would exempt fruits, vegetables from retail sales tax
A proposed Tennessee bill would exempt certain foods from the retail sales tax.SB1164/HB0633 is sponsored by Senator Raumesh ...
The Star10d
Maintaining Johor’s position as Malaysia’s fruit basket
AVOCADO is ranked first among non-local fruits currently grown in Johor. State Agricultural Department director Yosri Mohd said there were currently six farmers growing avocados in Johor.