PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is suing the federal government over cuts to crucial food bank programs.

Governor Josh Shapiro filed the lawsuit Wednesday morning, explaining that the cuts would be devastating, not just to residents, but to local farmers.

"It's certainly not always easy work," said Kirstie Jones, who is head farmer at Pennypack Farm and Education Center in Horsham.

The hard work is worth it, though, for Jones when she thinks about the fact that the food she farms will feed someone.

"It's really a great honor to do this profession, and I'm grateful for it every day," said Jones, who has been working at the farm for 10 years.

Getting fresh produce to people in need is the mission of Pennypack Farm and Education Center in Horsham. The farm operat

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