In this episode, food and agriculture reporter Marsha Brown discusses alarming cuts to USDA funding, revealing how they hinder food distribution and exacerbate hunger across the nation. Brian Green, CEO of the Houston Food Bank, shares how these changes impact food banks, noting that some areas face child food insecurity as high as 50%. Funwe Tita, a farmer dedicated to culturally significant produce, highlights the challenges African immigrant farmers face while trying to preserve their heritage amidst economic strain and funding cuts.
