USDA is funding $46 million in projects through its Community Food Projects Competitive Grants Program and Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program.
A total of $36.3 million will go to 14 GusNIP projects, which are designed to increase fruit and vegetable purchases by lower income families. The agency is also providing $5.2 million to 11 produce prescription projects, which explore incorporating fruits and vegetables in healthcare treatment.
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Funding for 20 of the community food projects is designed to improve local food systems, catalyze small-scale production agriculture and increase food access in low-income communities.
“Healthy, safe, and affordable food is essential for a strong start for children and a healthy life for all of us,” said Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Xochitl Torres Small in a release. “Through these investments, the Biden-Harris Administration is investing in healthy food options for people no matter where they live and supporting stronger local and regional food systems.”
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