Why Food Equity Matters
Reliable access to nutritious, affordable and culturally appropriate food plays a major role in how people and communities stay healthy.
Across Central Massachusetts and beyond, many individuals and families face food insecurity, rising food prices and gaps in the regional food system. These challenges affect people’s physical health, chronic disease management, mental well-being and financial stability.
What Food Equity Means
Food equity means people can consistently get food that supports their health, reflects cultural preferences and comes from stable, sustainable systems.
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