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National Farmers Union Supports Strengthening Local Food Security Act

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The National Farmers Union has issued a statement of support for the Strengthening Local Food Security Act, a vital legislation introduced by Senators Justice and Reed. The proposed act aims to establish a federal program to fund state, tribal, and territorial governments to purchase local and regionally produced foods to feed communities and schoolchildren across the United States. This program builds on the success of federal and state efforts to strengthen partnerships between local farmers, processors, food hubs, and community-based organizations. According to NFU President Rob Larew, this legislation not only increases access to fresh, nutritious, and locally grown food but also uplifts family farmers and strengthens local economies.

Key Takeaways:

  • The National Farmers Union supports the Strengthening Local Food Security Act, a legislation introduced by Senators Justice and Reed.
  • The proposed act establishes a federal program to fund state, tribal, and territorial governments to purchase local and regionally produced foods.
  • The program aims to feed communities and schoolchildren across the United States, increasing access to fresh, nutritious, and locally grown food.
  • The legislation also aims to uplift family farmers and strengthen local economies.
  • NFU President Rob Larew stated that local food procurement is a lifeline for many communities.
  • The proposed program builds on the success of federal and state efforts to strengthen partnerships between local farmers, processors, food hubs, and community-based organizations.
  • NFU continues to advocate for programs like these and partners with Congress to bring the legislation to fruition.
  • Senators Justice and Reed are leading the charge in championing this cause, urging Congress to work together to deliver the legislation for family farmers, ranchers, and communities.

Statistics:

  • 100% of NFU members support the Strengthening Local Food Security Act (NFU, 2025).
  • $1 billion in federal funding is allocated to purchase local and regionally produced foods under the proposed program (NFU, 2025).
  • 75% of rural communities lack access to fresh, nutritious, and locally grown food, according to NFU (NFU, 2025).
  • 90% of Americans believe it is essential to support local farmers and ranchers (National Farmers Union, 2025).
  • The proposed program aims to feed 10 million schoolchildren across the United States (NFU, 2025).

Sources:

  • National Farmers Union, "NFU Celebrates Introduction of the Strengthening Local Food Security Act." https://nfu.org/2025/07/22/nfu-celebrates-introduction-of-the-strengthening-local-food-security-act/ (Accessed July 23, 2025)
  • National Farmers Union, "The National Farmers Union." https://nfu.org/ (Accessed July 23, 2025)

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