Faces of the Farm Bill in Mississippi - Modern Farmer
Briefly

The Mississippi Farm to School Network focuses on young people's food literacy and community engagement through programs like the Youth Ambassador Program, enhancing farm-to-school connections.
The Farm Bill is crucial for necessary agricultural improvements, yet its implementation often leads to disillusionment among stakeholders due to its cumbersome application process.
There's a disproportionate focus on large commodity producers in funding, while specialty crop producers, vital for community health and wellness, are overlooked in resource allocation.
Refocusing Farm Bill priorities requires addressing the equity and accessibility challenges faced by farmers and organizations, which complicates meaningful change in the agricultural sector.
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