The USDA announced an investment of more than $46 million in projects aimed at tackling food and nutrition insecurity in underserved communities. The funds also support healthy diets by providing more access to fruits and vegetables for eligible families. “Healthy, safe, and affordable food is essential for a strong start for children and a healthy life for all of us,” says USDA Deputy Ag Secretary Xochitl (so-CHEEL) Torres Small. “With these funds, we’re investing in healthy food options for people no matter where they live and supporting stronger local and regional food systems.” Funding for 20 projects under the Community Food Projects Competitive Grants Program brings together stakeholders from distinct parts of the food system and fosters an understanding of national food security trends and how they might work together to improve local food systems. This investment is expected to help catalyze small production agriculture and increase food access for low-income Americans.
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