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Farmers and processors urge restoration of Ohio Food Program funding to keep food banks stocked
Summary
Growers and food processors told the committee that funding cuts to the Ohio Food Program jeopardize Ohio farmers, local food banks and thousands of pounds of fresh produce and shelf-stable protein distributed statewide, and they urged lawmakers to restore the program’s funding.
Ohio farmers and a food processor told the House Children and Human Services Committee that state support for the Ohio Food Program keeps local food banks stocked with fresh produce and shelf-stable protein, supports farm incomes and preserves local manufacturing jobs.
Alex Buck, president of Growers Marketing Association, said the coop of 40 Ohio farms supplies more than 5…
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