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WV SR41
Resolution
AI Summary
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Designates March 27, 2025, as Local Food and Farm Day at the West Virginia Legislature to honor the state's farmers and food entrepreneurs
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Recognizes West Virginia has more small farms per capita than any other state, producing diverse crops including beef, pork, poultry, fish, fruits, and vegetables
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Highlights value-added food entrepreneurs who create products like jams, jellies, maple syrup, sauces, wine, beer, and cider
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Notes the SNAP Stretch program, launched in late 2018, has returned $3.3 million to West Virginia farmers and rural grocers with an overall economic impact of $5 million by matching fruit and vegetable purchases for SNAP/EBT recipients
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Directs the Clerk to forward a copy of the resolution to the West Virginia Food and Farm Coalition
Legislative Description
Designating March 27, 2025, as Local Food and Farm Day
Last Action
Completed legislative action
3/27/2025