Minnesota SF257 appropriates funds for grants to Second Harvest Heartland to purchase and distribute surplus food and protein products to food banks.

Minnesota SF257 allocates $1,950,000 for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 to the commissioner of agriculture for grants to Second Harvest Heartland. These grants are intended to purchase and distribute surplus fruits, vegetables, and protein products, including pork, poultry, beef, dry legumes, cheese, and eggs, to Minnesota's six Feeding America food banks. At least $850,000 each year must be used to purchase milk from Minnesota milk processors for distribution to food shelves and charitable organizations.

Minnesota SF257 appropriates funds for grants to Second Harvest Heartland to purchase and distribute surplus food and protein products to food banks.

Minnesota SF257 allocates $1,950,000 for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 to the commissioner of agriculture for grants to Second Harvest Heartland. These grants are intended to purchase and distribute surplus fruits, vegetables, and protein products, including pork, poultry, beef, dry legumes, cheese, and eggs, to Minnesota's six Feeding America food banks. At least $850,000 each year must be used to purchase milk from Minnesota milk processors for distribution to food shelves and charitable organizations.