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As the PBFA community prepares to gather for our first ever PBFA-wide D.C. Lobby Day, we want to take a moment and look at the bigger picture, diving into why policy that supports plant-based foods is so important, and what we as a community have been doing to help achieve this vision. 🏛️✨ 💡 Our policy work includes defending plant-based companies’ right to use common sense labeling terms, ensuring federal dietary guidelines accurately represent the many benefits of plant-based eating, and meeting with lawmakers on Capitol Hill to educate them about the health, sustainability, and economic benefits that plant-based foods have to offer. Overall, we prioritize fighting for policies that move the needle for plant-based foods. We hope you'll join us. 🌱 Learn more about what policies we support and why on The Digest: https://buff.ly/3VhvpRk

Mike Darrow had a few key takeaways from the Feeding America conference last week. Check them out! 1️⃣ The significant increase in food insecurity is a national issue 2️⃣ The passion and dedication of Food Bankers is undeniable 3️⃣ The best practices we all gain through collaboration and sharing are invaluable #FeedingtheCarolinas #FeedingAmerica #FoodInsecurity #NCFoodBanks #SCFoodBanks

Read latest article about the 6 contributing factors to food insecurity and 6 research-based solutions. #innovation #foodscarcity #foodinsecurity #solutions https://lnkd.in/eGp9ArjM

“It's an opportunity for us to just give kids that are in need, kids that are facing hunger, an opportunity not to have to worry or stress about where their next meal is going to come from … our goal is to be there to make sure that they have the nutrition that their bodies and their minds need.” Explore how organizations in Toledo are finding solutions to food insecurity at https://lnkd.in/gd2z9ZVW Learn more about this series in partnership with Midstory https://lnkd.in/g2HQ6Up7 and https://lnkd.in/gajuk6mJ

On November 29, Link2Feed had the honor of attending the Food as Medicine Summit in Washington, DC. Witnessing a diverse array of industry experts unite, we were truly inspired by their collective dedication to prioritizing nutrient-rich food options in discussions around food insecurity policies and initiatives.   By actively contributing to these crucial conversations, we have the power to positively impact the health of those affected by hunger. Let's work together to ensure that nutritious food options remain at the forefront of efforts when addressing food insecurity.   Food as Medicine | End Hunger | Feed Change | Food Banks | Pantries

Ensuring safe food from farm to table isn't just a responsibility—it's a shared commitment to public health and well-being. On #WorldFoodSafetyDay, let's raise awareness, empower communities, and advocate for a safer, healthier food system for all! #WorldFoodSafetyDay #FoodSafety #SafeFood #EatSafe #FoodSafetyFirst #HealthyEating #SafeAndHealthy #FoodQuality #PreventFoodborneIllness #CleanFood #FoodSafetyAwareness #SafeFoodForAll #HealthyFoodChoices #GlobalFoodSafety #FoodSafetyMatters

Its time for a Jasmine Learns Something 💡💡💡💡💡 Today, I spent some time this morning at the online 2023 Agricultural Policy Forum hosted and supported by the Monadnock Farm & Community Coalition, the NH Food Alliance, and the UNH Carsey Institute for Public Policy, as part of their monthly Coffee & Conversations series. I heard from the incredibly informed Food policy experts about all of the efforts on bipartisanship policies to improve our NH food systems and how to get actively involved. I heard about all the organizations that could are working towards ending hunger, bringing fresh local foods to our schools, and climate impacts/adaptability. These conversations are incredibly important as we are staring at Climate adaptability and improving the State's food system. As a former chef (I know, I have lots of fun little things I do), I have always been passionate about access to fresh, culturally appropriate foods, even the use of "ugly" foods to prevent food waste. Because Food can be at the crux of building community, it can be a bringer of social change. There is always an opportunity to apply learning and teaching with food. Here were some of the things I heard: ❗️There is a reconfigured Bill called Local Food for Local Schools that will support a two year pilot program that a NH schools can participate in. ❗️The Hunger Free NH Act is comprehensive legislation that addresses root causes of hunger, increasing access to programs like SNAP, and school meals. ❗️Get Informed! If you are passionate about food, where our food comes from, working towards ending hunger, and you want to get involved, check out some of the organizations listed: Monadnock Farm and Community Coalition @NHFoodAlliance or NofaNH! And of course I always have a FREE resource to lean on: Let's Talk About It 💻💡⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eSg3VMCd #foodsystems #publicmedia #food #local #fresh #community

The world is awash in misinformation. It's bad enough having to constantly check the difference between fact and fiction. But when actors target our food system, they are attacking thing that we all need to live - our food. Integrity in our food system is crucial. Changing our food system is critical. Misinformation won't help either and could harm consumers, farmers and producers. #misinformation #foodsystems #foodsystemstransformation #fakenews

❗ Don't miss Daniel Wexler's workshop during the The Alliance for a Hunger Free New York's 4th annual Food Summit! 💡 Dan will be hosting an interactive session on Food As Medicine Interventions and #socialdeterminantsofhealth. The session goal is to illustrate how--in addition to income--other social determinants of health pose a barrier to food security; consider the diversity of #FoodisMedicine (FIM) treatment options; and understand the different types of benefits each solution offers, and what interventions might work best for different patients.

The biggest problem in America's health is the food we eat. Listen to this important podcast and you'll learn: How current food policies are subsidizing unhealthy foods and contributing to chronic diseases. The surprising connection between food deserts and the health crisis in low-income communities. Practical steps we can take to promote healthier food choices and support local farmers. The role of big corporations in shaping our food environment and what we can do to hold them accountable. Innovative solutions to reduce food waste and improve food security for all Americans.