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Depriving school children and harming local farmers in Maine. @gtconway.bsky.social
The U.S. Department of Agriculture canceled contracts with Maine — and most other states — that provided financial assistance, distributed fresh food and incentivized the purchase of locally grown food.
The change comes as one in eight Mainers — about 180,000 people — faces hunger.
The change comes as one in eight Mainers — about 180,000 people — faces hunger.
USDA cuts programs that supply local food to schools, food banks
The federal agency canceled contracts to continue providing food and funding to Maine schools and nonprofits for 3 more years. The change comes as one in eight Mainers — about 180,000 people — faces h...
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March 16, 2025 at 11:15 PM
Depriving school children and harming local farmers in Maine. @gtconway.bsky.social