In an intimate interview with Robin Safley, CEO of Feeding Florida, and Senate President Ben Albritton, Steve Vancore dives into the Farmers Feeding Florida, the connection between supporting Florida agriculture to help Florida’s food insecure population, and the Senate President’s Rural Renaissance initiatives.
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Thanks to our climate, the Sunshine State enjoys one of the longest growing seasons in the country. There’s an abundance of fresh, seasonal food to enjoy this time of year, available at your local grocery store, farmers market, and food bank. This inspired our Florida Nutrition Education team to create a holiday menu that’s festive, flavorful, and built around ingredients harvested fresh from Florida. Every recipe is approachable, nourishing, and delicious, a perfect way to enjoy wholesome, comforting food during the holidays.
Read Full News PostThe Farm is one of the first sites participating in Florida Fresh Dollars, a brand-new pilot program aimed at helping residents facing food insecurity access more fruits and vegetables. The effort runs alongside Fresh Access Bucks, a long-standing statewide nutrition incentive program for SNAP shoppers. Together, the two initiatives are funneling more affordable, Florida-grown produce directly into local kitchens, and The Farm is leaning in with everything it’s got.
Read Full News PostSometimes our food banks have to distribute food directly or further support larger pantries when the need arises. Because our food banks are dedicated to making sure every neighbor across the state has access to healthy food, they use a variety of distribution models designed to reach people wherever they are. This may look different if it’s a scheduled pantry distribution, a holiday effort, or during emergencies. But blue skies or grey, Feeding Florida’s food banks are moving food into communities and into the homes of the people who need it most.
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