The USDA’s coronavirus assistance program includes $3 billion in commodity purchases for emergency food aid programs. A total of $100 million per month will be invested each for meat products, dairy products and fresh fruits and vegetables. Pre-approved food boxes will be provided to food banks, community and faith-based organizations. USDA will begin shipping product to food banks in mid-May.
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