Iowa launches Choose Iowa food purchasing program with $225,000 funding to connect food banks with farmers, combating food insecurity and promoting local agriculture.

Iowa's Secretary of Agriculture, Mike Naig, has announced the launch of the Choose Iowa food purchasing program, a pilot connecting local food banks with Iowa farmers. With $225,000 in funding, the initiative aims to combat food insecurity, promote locally grown foods, and support Iowa agriculture. Participating food banks will purchase dairy, meat, poultry, eggs, honey, and produce from Choose Iowa members, matching the state's investment.

July 31, 2024
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