VALDOSTA — The Quality of Life Association celebrates black history month with a narrated living timeline showcasing many famous Black history figures of yesterday and today. The fundraising event titled, “All Shades Art Exhibit and…
Florida DCF accused of violating False Claims Act
Release: Florida Department of Children and Families Agrees to Pay $17.5 Million to Resolve False Claims Act Liability in Connection with SNAP Quality Control The Florida Department of Children and Families (FDCF) has agreed to…
DECAL’s CACFP reimburses care centers for providing meals
Release: Georgia’s Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) available forEligible and Approved Facilities Program reimburses approved facilities for providing nutritious meals and snacks served to children and adults in care. Child Care, Adult Care,…
USDA announces final ‘2020 Dietary Guidelines Advisory’ report
Release: Scientific report and public comments will in form upcoming Dietary Guidelines for Americans WASHINGTON, July 15, 2020 – The U.S Department of Agriculture (USDA) today posted the 2020 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee’s final scientific report, an objective review of the latest available…
Organic peanut cooperative seeks farmers for 2020 crop
Camilla, Ga. (March 20, 2020) — The Georgia Organic Peanut Association (GOPA), a farmer-owned marketing cooperative, is planning two upcoming meetings for producers interested in growing Certified Organic peanuts in 2020. Due to concerns about…
Elderly Food Insecurity Studied by GSU Economist
ATLANTA - Georgia State University economist James Marton and his team have been awarded a $250,000 grant to evaluate the impact of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) on the food security and health of…
Tyson Chicken Strips Recalled
VALDOSTA - According to the USDA, almost 12 million pounds of Tyson chicken strips have been recalled. The chicken strips have been recalled due to contamination with pieces of metal. The strips were produced on…
Tift County News Briefs
Lee Henderson, Newstalk 105.9 WVGA: MILITARY FAMILY AID Tift County is doing its part to aid military families during the holiday season. Donated trees from the Brumby and White Tree Farm offered Trees for the…