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Letter to the USDA Transition Team Regarding Food and Agriculture Regional Member Ad Hoc Committee Priorities

Jan 14, 2021

Summary

A letter from the Food and Agriculture Regional Member Ad Hoc Committee (FARM) to the USDA Transition Team sharing insights into how federal nutrition programs have been implemented in the region, noting how some changes made by the federal government during COVID-19 have expanded food security and access, and where further changes are needed during and after the public health emergency. The letter also introduces other important FARM priorities.

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Food and Agriculture Regional Member (FARM) Policy Committee