Wilton Simpson says he'll push Legislature to uphold MAHA child nutrition agenda

Simpson Backs Trump Commission Targeting Ultra-Processed Foods in Schools

Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson on Monday expressed support for President Donald Trump’s new Make America Healthy Again Commission, which is focusing on reducing the use of ultra-processed foods in school nutrition programs. Simpson said the initiative reflects a growing need to address the nutritional content of meals served to children nationwide. He added that if federal agencies encounter delays, he plans to pursue state-leve…

Wilton Simpson says he'll push Legislature to uphold MAHA child nutrition agenda

Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson is endorsing President Donald Trump’s efforts to address child nutrition and reduce the consumption of processed food, and wants to implement more such programs in the Sunshine State. Simpson said in a news release that he’s willing to reduce any barriers that could stall federal efforts. He said he’s committed to moving the issue to the impending Legislative Session in 2026. “I applaud President Trump’s l…

Simpson Applauds Trump's Commission for Tackling Ultra-Processed Foods in Schools

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson applauded the efforts of President Trump’s Make America Healthy Again Commission to address childhood nutrition and growing health concerns associated with the consumption of ultra-processed foods. Further, if bureaucratic barriers prevent the current federal effort from moving forward, Commissioner Simpson is committed to defining and addressing ultra-processed foods …