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Wisconsin Local Food Purchase Assistance (LFPA) Program

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The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service to create the Wisconsin Local Food Purchase Assistance (WI LFPA) Program. The program aims to strengthen local food systems, support Wisconsin farmers, and distribute fresh, nutritious foods to underserved communities.

DATCP is working collaboratively with producers, distributors, food security organizations, and tribal partners to provide program development, coordinate transportation and logistics, and procure food from local producers.

For more information on the WI LFPA program impacts and resources, visit wilocalfood.org.

In early 2025, Wisconsin is developing the state proposal to submit to the USDA to secure LFPA25 funds. These funds can only be used to purchase and distribute food.

Notice of Funds has been issued by USDA Local Food Purchase Assistance Cooperative Agreement Program | Agricultural Marketing Service

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Meet some of the farms, food pantry staff, and community leaders involved in the first year of the LFPA program in this overview video produced by the Wisconsin Farmers Union and Ivy Media: