Washington households continue to face food insecurity
Households cite food insecurity, rising costs and uncertain federal support. Survey compiled through a partnership between WSDA, UW and WSU.
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Pizza outreach helps farmers access mental health resources
Pizza for Producers is to bring education and reduce stigma around mental health problems. Farmers are taught to keep a stiff upper lip and focused with getting a job done, he added.
Farm-to-restaurant connection in Puget Sound strengthens
Businesses look to farming neighbors to provide fresh local grains for their tortillas, breads and pastries.
Washington state sues USDA for illegally holding hostage billions in critical funding
In its lawsuit, the coalition argues that USDA has threatened harsh penalties if states do not comply with the agency’s vague and expansive funding conditions relating to immigration, diversity, equity and inclusion, and gender identity.