Senate Democrats are raising concerns over the USDA's recent $2 billion budget cut to two vital programs designed to provide fresh produce to food banks and schools. The affected programs, the Local Food Purchase Assistance Cooperative Agreement Program and the Local Food for Schools Cooperative Agreement Program, have significantly aided food accessibility and supported over 8,000 producers nationwide. Senators are demanding clarity on how these cuts will affect food security as they have previously empowered small farmers and local food systems. They assert the need for continued support for food banks amid ongoing food insecurity issues.
At a time when food insecurity remains high, providing affordable, fresh food to food banks and families while supporting American farmers is critical.
We have grave concerns that the cancellation of LFPA and LFS poses extreme harm to producers and communities in every state across the country.
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