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Major USDA Investments in Local Foods Strengthen School Meals

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Department celebrates Farm to School Month , National School Lunch Week .

Secretary Tom Vilsack emphasized USDA ’s ongoing commitment to connecting local farmers and producers with schools nationwide.

School meals are a vital source of nutrition for about 30 million children nationwide.

Since 2021 , USDA has provided a boost of nearly $4.8 billion for school meal programs to purchase domestic, unprocessed foods.

USDA is transforming America ’s food system with a greater focus on more resilient local and regional food production.

The Biden-Harris Administration is making historic investments in infrastructure and clean energy capabilities in rural America .

USDA is committed to equity across the Department by removing systemic barriers and building a workforce more representative of America .