Illinois Governor Announces $1.8 Million in Grants for Food Infrastructure Across State

Illinois Governor announces $1.8 million in grants for food infrastructure across state

Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Agriculture announced $1.8 million in funding through the Local Food Infrastructure Grants program to strengthen regional food supply chains and improve food access.

New grant funding will help Illinois farmers and food processors expand infrastructure

Illinois officials announced $1.8 million in grant funding for the Local Food Infrastructure Grants program to help eligible organizations expand local food supply chains.

Gov. Pritzker Announces $1.8 Million In Grant Funds For Local Food Infrastructure Across Illinois

SPRINGFIELD – Governor Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) today announced $1.8 million in available funding for the Local Food Infrastructure Grants (LFIG) program. This funding bolsters food access in Illinois and supports items such as refrigerated vehicles, livestock processing, community kitchens, and more. These grants strengthen local and regional food supply chains, which increases access to Illinois agricultural p…

Koehler, Turner highlight $1.8 million to strengthen Illinois’ local food systems

State Senators Doris Turner and Dave Koehler are encouraging local farmers, food processors and agricultural businesses to apply for a new round of funding through the Local Food Infrastructure Grant Program, which will provide $1.8 million to strengthen Illinois’ local food supply chain. “Everyone needs access to whole, nutritious, locally-sourced foods,” said Turner (D-Springfield), chair of the Senate Agriculture Committee. “By fortifying the…