SUPPORTING NY FARMS, CONSUMERS ...
STATEMENT RELEASED ...
We need to rebuild our food system. Schools can lead.
Urban School Food Alliance & National Farm to School Network release statement
FOOD ACCESS ...
USDA Meals to You partnership delivers millions of meals
Delivered more than 28.5 million meals to the doorsteps of low-income kids in rural communities
MARKET SEASON ...
2020 Double Up Food Bucks is underway in NY
The Double Up market season will run through October 31, 2020 at participating locations
FOOD ACCESS ...
FNS issues call to action upon release of SNAP error rate
USDA FNS has increased its engagement with states to address payment accuracy
FOOD ACCESS ...
USDA food box program reaches 5 million boxes distributed
Program supports American farmers and families affected by the COVID-19 pandemic
ONLINE ACCESS ...
USDA approves NH to accept SNAP benefits online
USDA is expanding access to innovative online food purchase program
FOOD ACCESS ...
USDA helps feed children in CA amid coronavirus
Helps ensure kids receive nutritious meals while schools are temporarily closed
FOOD ACCESS ...
Senior FarmShare Program accepting applications
Program taking applications from farms for 2020; aims to connect food-insecure seniors
GRANTS AWARDED ...