Feeding Louisiana has been awarded $1 million by the Louisiana Legislature to expand its purchase of locally grown produce and proteins for distribution through the state’s five regional food banks. The appropriation was approved Friday by the Joint Legislative Committee on the Budget as part of the state’s ongoing commitment to strengthening food access and supporting Louisiana farmers, according to a spokesperson for Feeding Louisiana.

This investment builds on the demonstrated success of prior years. Between Fiscal Years 2023 and 2024, Feeding Louisiana utilized $2.5 million in state funding to purchase food from 82 Louisiana farmers, delivering nutritious, locally sourced products to every parish in the state. All funds were used for food purchase; no funds were spent on salaries or o

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