Farmers markets are in full swing this summer, bringing fresh food to communities. These markets, along with food hubs and other local food businesses, play an important role in rural economies.

Since 2013, the Patrick Leahy Farm to School Grant Program has awarded $100 million for a total of 1,275 projects. The USDA will award up to $18 million through a program that connects schools with ...

In March, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) made a pivotal decision to terminate the Local Food Purchase Assistance (LFPA) Cooperative Agreement Program, a move that has sent ripples across ...

On a sunny December morning, Western Lombard points to a black walnut tree. It’s one of many native crops that grow on his farm in Millfield, which Lombard believes produce some underrated fruits: ...

The Trump administration announced this spring it's ending a pandemic-era program that helped food banks and tribal governments buy fresh produce from local farmers. Earlier this year, the Trump ...

A USDA program to support local food systems was terminated due to budget cuts. The Heartland Regional Food Business Center helped small and midsized farms with market access and technical assistance.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is resurrecting a program that brought millions of dollars to Oregon nonprofits, Tribes and school districts. But schools are still starting the academic year with ...

NOTE: This article went to press Friday for weekend distribution. Short important updates since then have been added and italicized. There’s increased demand at food pantries, due to fear that food ...