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USDA Rural Development Program Looks to Help Solve 'Food Desert' Problem

The issue of “food deserts” or lack of access to grocery stores or supermarkets continues to be an issue in many rural areas. But there is some federal assistance available to help alleviate the problem. Farah Ahmad serves as USDA Deputy Under Secretary for Rural Development.

 

 

For more information, visit rd.usda.gov and then search “Healthy Food Financing Initiative”.

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