USDA authorizes $500 million for a fourth round of purchases for the USDA Farmers to Families Food Box Program, with the focus on those who need food during the COVID-19 pandemic. USDA expects to award contracts by Friday for deliveries of food boxes from November 1 through December 31.
The announcement helped fuel milk futures as dairy products are a major focus.
The program will continue the purchase of combination boxes to include fresh produce, dairy products, fluid milk and meat products.
“We recently surpassed 110 million boxes delivered, and millions more are headed to Americans in need,” USDA Secretary Sonny Perdue said. “I'm very pleased that we are able to extend this program and continue our relief efforts for American farmers and families.”