The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture has signed a $2.9 million cooperative agreement with the USDA's Agricultural Marketing Service to create the Wisconsin Local Food Purchasing Agreement Program. The initiative aims to strengthen local and regional food systems, support Wisconsin farmers, and distribute fresh nutritious foods to underserved communities.
"We are excited for this partnership and this opportunity to provide our state's farmers with new markets, and nutritious food to those experiencing food insecurity," said State Agriculture Secretary Randy Romanski. "The connections and partnerships made through this program will help build a more resilient food supply chain that will last well into the future."
DATCP will work collaboratively with producers, distributors, food security organizations, and tribal partners to provide program development, coordinate transportation and logistics, and procure food from local producers.
An informational webinar on the topic will be held on November 21 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m to discuss the program and how businesses and organizations can contribute.
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