Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (IDHW) will utilize the LFPA grant to establish new partnerships with socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers (SDFRs) and producers throughout Idaho and the neighboring states (within 400 miles). These new SDFR partnerships will supplement gaps in donated foods by providing seasonal, fresh commodities to Idaho’s established network of food pantries, schools, and other organizations that reach underserved communities.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the appointment of seven members to serve on the National Fluid Milk Processor Promotion Board. Six of the seven appointees will serve three-year terms, effective immediately through June 30, 2025. The other appointee will serve the remaining year of a vacant position, effective immediately and expiring June 30, 2023.

The newly appointed members are:

Lynne Bohan, Lynnfield, Massachusetts (Region 1);

Pat Boyle, Dallas, Texas (Region 4);

Brad Gruen, Chicago, Illinois (Region 7);

Docket Number: AMS-LP-22-0032
Effective Date: January 1, 2023

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