Yes, we can help end hunger, expand food access, and address climate resilience in the new Farm Bill
Far too many people experience hunger in our wealthy nation, including 9 million children who are “food insecure.” Around the world, the number of people globally who are severely hungry has increased by 33% since last year.
Climate change threatens to increase these numbers. As global temperatures and extreme weather events rise, the conditions make it more difficult for farmers to grow food, transport food, and for those facing hunger to get it. Our current agricultural system contributes to these joint crises, prioritizing corporations’ profits over people and our planet.
The 2023 Farm Bill is a critical opportunity to improve food security and nutrition for people and promote climate resilience in the U.S. and across the world. As Congress begins working on this important legislation, we must urge them to prioritize the needs of our communities and the climate, not corporate profit margins.