Food Security

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Virginia farmers market with fresh produce and a glimpse of modern local food processing infrastructure, symbolizing investment in local food systems.

Virginia Awards Grants for Local Food Systems Infrastructure

The shredded iceberg lettuce, identified as a major source of the latest cyclospora outbreak, came from Mexico, imported by Taylor Farms, a massive producer, according to Civil Eats .

Chloe O'Malley·August 19, 2026

A diverse group of people joyfully shopping for fresh produce at a lively farmers market, bathed in warm sunlight.

Market Haul

Local Markets Offer More Than Goods, They Build Community Value

In Virginia, a $10 SNAP benefit instantly becomes $20 for fresh produce at local markets, a simple yet powerful mechanism.

Aisha Williams·July 17, 2026

A farmer in a thriving field at sunset, representing the success and environmental benefits of regenerative agriculture.

Meet the Maker

Regenerative farming boosts farm income despite climate fears

The United States is losing its vital topsoil 10 times faster than it’s naturally replenished, according to Earthday .

Aisha Williams·June 28, 2026

A diverse group of people happily working together in a sunny urban community garden filled with fresh vegetables and surrounded by city buildings.

The Garden Patch

Starting an Urban Community Garden: A Guide to Viable Success

Before a single seed can be planted, an urban community garden site demands a minimum of six to eight hours of direct sunlight daily, a critical and often overlooked requirement in dense cityscapes, a

Chloe O'Malley·June 21, 2026

A diverse group of people happily shopping for fresh, colorful produce at a bustling local farmers market, showcasing community connection and local food.

Market Haul

Supporting local farmers markets builds community resilience by 2026.

British Columbia has committed $4.

Chloe O'Malley·June 9, 2026