“The lack of access to proper nutrition is not only fueling obesity, it is leading to food insecurity and hunger among our children.”
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The food pyramid is very complicated. It doesn't give you as much info in a quick glance as the plate does.
Local and regional food systems are about opportunity.
You know, rural Americans are a special people. Their labor puts food on our table and fuel in our gas tanks. Their service in our military sets a powerful example of leadership, honor and sacrifice. Their spirit of community inspires us all.
It is critical to develop a biofuel industry powered by feedstocks produced in every corner of the country, in addition to the Midwest. That is why USDA has established five regional research centers working on science necessary to ensure profitable biofuels can be produced from a diverse range of feedstocks.
