Food Lion Donates $1.5 Million to Support Disaster Relief After Hurricane Helene
Food Lion has announced a $1.5 million donation to aid communities affected by Hurricane Helene, as part of its ongoing commitment to support
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Let’s Celebrate Farm to School Month!
At Watkins Elementary in Washington, D.C., students are learning that cooking and gardening can be powerful tools for better nutrition
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Feeding the Future: Educating Kids on Food & Nutrition
Children are naturally curious, always asking “why” about the world around them. It’s a question worth answering, especially when it comes to food. Proper nutrition is not only essential for their physical development and academic performance but also shapes their understanding of empathy, sustainability, and health.
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New CEO of NJ’s Largest Food Bank Is Quick Study
Just over a year into her leadership role at the Community Food Bank of New Jersey (CFBNJ), Elizabeth McCarthy has quickly adapted
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Food Banks Take on Voter Engagement
In an effort to tackle the root causes of food insecurity, food banks across the U.S. are engaging in voter outreach to empower the communities
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Skyrocketing Hunger Rates Among Gen Z
The growing hunger crisis among Generation Z requires urgent attention. A May 2024 report from Purdue University revealed alarming statistics
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FarmsSHARE: North Carolina’s Food Systems Promote Security and Justice
FarmsSHARE, an initiative led by the Carolina Farm Stewardship Association (CFSA), is working to reshape food systems across North Carolina
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Harris Proposes Federal Ban on ‘Price Gouging’ Amid Persistent Inflation Concerns
In a bold move to address the ongoing economic pressures facing American consumers, Vice President Kamala Harris proposed
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Harris Targets High Food and Housing Costs as Inflation Dominates Campaign Discourse
Vice President Kamala Harris is intensifying her focus on the issues of high food and housing prices as she gears up for a major economic
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Expanding ‘Food is Medicine’ Beyond Medically Tailored Meals
When the concept of “Food is Medicine” is mentioned, most people think of medically tailored meals or produce prescriptions designed to address the nutritional needs of patients with acute health conditions. However, according to a recent report by the Food Research and Action Center (FRAC), the scope of “Food is Medicine” should be broadened to include the nation’s largest nutrition assistance program—SNAP.
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