DelBene delivers $5M ceremonial check to Snohomish County Food & Farming Center
EVERETT — Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) on Thursday, August 13, delivered a $5 million ceremonial check for the Food & Farming Center in Snohomish County. Rep. DelBene secured the investment in the FY24 federal funding law.
“Our region is home to a strong local farming community,” said DelBene. “We must make sure we are looking out for our farmers and provide them with the tools they need to successfully operate their farms and share their wonderful locally grown produce. As farmers face unprecedented challenges from high fuel and fertilizer costs, Trump’s tariffs, and a weak economy, federal funding will aid Snohomish County in supporting them and further developing this project.”
Following the presentation of the ceremonial check, DelBene held a listening session with Snohomish County farmers at Bob’s Corn and Pumpkin Farm to hear about the problems they’re facing. Producers discussed disaster preparedness, workforce challenges, land use policies, and infrastructure funding.
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