Federal cuts slash Minnesota food aid
USDA funding reductions to The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) have removed roughly 1 million pounds of food from Minnesota’s supply, and state and nonprofit officials warn deeper cuts could follow. The shortfall affects food shelves statewide, including in the Twin Cities, forcing pantries to stretch resources as demand remains high.
📌 Key Facts
- About 1 million pounds of TEFAP food were cut from Minnesota’s allocation, according to officials.
- USDA’s TEFAP is a primary federal source of shelf‑stable and frozen foods for food pantries serving the Minneapolis–Saint Paul metro.
- Officials say additional reductions are possible, which could further strain food shelves and clients in the Twin Cities.