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flag New York redirected 63 million pounds of surplus food to fight hunger and reduce emissions, meeting a major milestone.

flag New York State has redirected over 63 million pounds of surplus food from landfills to food banks and meal programs, a major milestone achieved during Hunger Action Month. flag The effort, supported by $10.8 million in state grants since 2018 and additional funding for emergency food providers, combats food insecurity and reduces greenhouse gas emissions. flag The program, part of the state’s Food Donation and Food Scraps Recycling Law, requires large food generators to donate edible surplus and recycle scraps starting in 2027. flag Officials say it has helped more than 3 million residents access meals and serves as a model for addressing hunger and climate change.

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