CASPER, Wyo. — A USDA grant allowing the Food Bank of Wyoming to purchase fresh food directly from Wyoming suppliers has been eliminated in the latest round of sweeping cuts to federal agencies.
The Food Bank of Wyoming received the grant through the Local Food Purchase Assistance Cooperative Agreement Program, or LFPA, allowing the nonprofit to build a network of Wyoming family farmers and ranche
The food bank says they are especially thankful to receive local, nutritious produce to distribute to Hunger Relief Partners and Mobile Pantries across Wyoming. Potatoes are a great food item for this project as they generally have a longer shelf life than other fresh produce, which allows Food Bank of Wyoming to offer fresh, locally grown produce without the increased risk of spoilage.