USDA halts more than $1B in funding for local food banks, schools
- The U.S. Department of Agriculture has halted funding for local food programs, impacting 289 Wisconsin farmers who previously distributed $4 million in food products, according to Julie Keown-Bomar, Executive Director of the Wisconsin Farmers Union.
- The USDA's decision also affects a $26.3 million grant for Illinois schools, aimed at supporting local food purchases, as reported by the Illinois State Board of Education.
- Governor Tony Evers criticized the Trump administration for discontinuing these programs, emphasizing the negative impact on Wisconsin farmers and the food distribution system.
- State Superintendent Tony Sanders expressed disappointment, stating these grants were essential for providing nutritious meals to students and supporting local agriculture.
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