Grants

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Diverse farmers working together on a bountiful community farm in Illinois, with fresh produce ready for harvest and distribution.

Illinois Grants Boost Local Food, Raise Equity Concerns

In Illinois, a single grant of $205,000 is enabling a project to dramatically enhance growing and distribution capacity for six community-based farms, signaling a significant shift in local food infra

Chloe O'Malley·September 13, 2026

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

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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