Doubling Funding for Local Farmers' Markets and Food Promotion.
This Act significantly increases funding for programs supporting local farmers' markets and direct-to-consumer food sales, doubling the authorized amount to $100 million annually until 2026. This expansion aims to improve citizens' access to fresh, local produce and create new opportunities for small farmers. Crucially, 30% of the funds are reserved specifically to help establish new farmers' markets.
Key points
Funding for local farmers' market programs is doubled to $100 million annually through Fiscal Year 2026, increasing the availability of local food options.
30% of the funding is reserved for grants aimed at establishing new farmers' markets, particularly benefiting entities that have not received prior grants.
A 25% matching funds requirement (cash or in-kind) is introduced for most grants, though waived for priority grants establishing new markets.
Status:
Introduced
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