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Release: Commissioner Simpson and President Albritton Launch Statewide Farmers Feeding Florida Initiative

Commissioner Simpson and President Albritton Launch Statewide Farmers Feeding Florida Initiative Farmers Feeding Florida utilizes Feeding Florida network to connect farmers and producers with families facing food insecurity Tampa–Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson, Senate President Ben Albritton (R-Wauchula), and Senate President Pro Tempore Jason Brodeur (R-Sanford) today joined Feeding Tampa Bay leadership, Feeding Florida […]

SERIES: How Does a Food Bank Get Food?

SERIES: HOW DOES THAT WORK? How Does a Food Bank Get Food? We are launching a new blog series to answer all the burning questions we get when we introduce people to the food bank network. As we walk through programs, facilities, and warehouses, folks will ask “How does that work?” Now we will bring […]

Meal Planning That Saves You Time and Money—Here’s How

One of the most important teachings within the Nutrition Education curriculum to save time and money is meal planning. It’s not as hard as it seems, but it does help to have useful steps to guide you. Before we guide you through a five day meal planner, here are some tips and tricks from our […]

Hurricane season is here — let’s take charge!

As Floridians, we’ve faced storms before, and we know the power of being ready. Now’s the time to take action, not just prepare. As Florida enters the 2025 Hurricane Season, which runs from June 1 through November 30, it’s crucial for everyone to take proactive steps to safeguard their homes and loved ones. Here are […]

From Field to Families: Our Farmers from Children’s Day

Each year, Feeding Florida’s tabling at the Children’s Day event at the Florida Capitol shines a spotlight on the vital role Florida’s farmers and ranchers play in feeding our communities. This yearly event serves as a powerful reminder of the collaborative spirit behind our Farmers Feeding Florida program, which connects Florida-grown food with families in […]

Building a Healthy Dietary Pattern, One Step at a Time

Florida Nutrition Ed works in every county to help families and individuals make healthier choices and therefor lead healthier lives. Using the The Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2020-2025) to provide the steppingstones for building a healthy, nutritious eating pattern, our team breaks down a quick guide to making informed, sustainable changes. With this guidance, individuals can improve the quality of their diets, meet important nutrient needs, and reduce the risk of certain health conditions.

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NPR: Food banks are struggling as the Trump administration cancels or pauses $1 billion in food programs

Across the country, food banks are struggling to meet rising demand as the Trump Administration cancels $1 billion in food programs and Congress considers giving states responsibility for programs like food stamps. The changes come as anti-hunger advocates fear food insecurity in Florida is back on the rise. That $1 billion in cuts comes roughly equally from two USDA programs: the Local Food Purchase Assistance program and the Emergency Food Assistance Program.