Canino, Case Applaud $200,000 Investment in Northwest Connecticut Food Hub
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Key Takeaways
- Republican lawmakers praise $200,000 grant to strengthen local food systems and farm markets.
- Grant enables the Food Hub to buy locally grown produce for western Connecticut residents.
- Program will partner with schools, food pantries, and community groups to fight food insecurity.
- State funding steps in after federal cuts to sustain regional agricultural distribution networks.
TORRINGTON, CT – State Representatives Joe Canino (R-Torrington) and Jay Case (R-Winsted), who represent Torrington, today welcomed the announcement of a $200,000 state grant awarded to the Northwest Connecticut Food Hub. This investment is aimed to strengthen the region’s local food system and support families in need.
The funding, announced by the governor's office as part of a broader $1.55 million statewide initiative, will enable the Northwest Connecticut Food Hub to purchase fresh, locally grown food from area farms and distribute it to residents across western Connecticut. According to the announcement, the program will partner with schools, food pantries, and community organizations to ensure nutritious food reaches families experiencing food insecurity.
“This funding is a win-win for our community,” the legislators said in a joint statement. “It supports our local farmers while ensuring families in Torrington and across northwestern Connecticut have access to healthy, locally grown food. Investments like this strengthen both our agricultural economy and our communities.”
The Northwest Connecticut Food Hub plays a key role in connecting regional farms with consumers and organizations, expanding access to fresh food while creating stable markets for farmers. This grant will enhance its capacity to serve as a reliable distribution network throughout the region.
The lawmakers also noted that continued state support is essential following recent federal funding reductions that previously supported similar efforts.
“We are pleased to see the state step up to continue this important program,” they added. “Ensuring access to nutritious food while supporting our farmers is critical to building a stronger, more resilient Connecticut.”
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