The recent decision by the Trump administration to cut over $1 billion from programs supporting fresh food purchases for schools and food banks has sparked concerns among local and state leaders regarding food security. The loss of funding threatens not only educational institutions reliant on these resources but also local farmers who benefit from aid in selling their products. The USDA criticized previous expansions under the Biden administration, labeling the programs as short-term, despite evidence highlighting the significant number of Americans increasingly reliant on food assistance.
The USDA's decision cuts funding this fiscal year for two programs: $660 million for the Local Food for Schools and $470 million for the Local Food Purchase Assistance.
It's a real loss, not only to the schools, but to the entire community, because it's a loss of funds for local growers and producers, it's a loss of education for the kids.
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