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DE HCR78

Concurrent Resolution

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

5/10/2022

Primary Sponsor

Lyndon Yearick

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Origin

House of Representatives

151st General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Proclaims the week of May 15-21, 2022 as Delaware Grown Week to promote local agriculture and farmers in Delaware
  • Highlights 82 farm stands, 20 farmers' markets, 17 "u-pick" operations, and 17 Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) programs operating throughout the state
  • Notes that many farmers' markets accept Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT), Women Infant and Children Farmers Market Nutrition Program, and Seniors Farmers' Market Nutrition Program benefits
  • Recognizes that local agriculture stimulates the state's economy, reduces transportation energy needs, and provides consumers with fresh produce of superior flavor and nutritional value
  • Calls for activities during the designated week to highlight ventures that produce, distribute, and market Delaware-grown produce

Legislative Description

Proclaiming The Week Of May 15 Through May 21, 2022 As Delaware Grown Week.

Last Action

Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YES

5/10/2022

Full Bill Text

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