WIC proposal shells out less for eggs
DesMoinesRegister.com
In a shocking move (well, at least to skeptical vegans like me), the USDA has dealt a blow to egg and dairy producers with its new plan, which will assist low-income moms and kids with getting more fruits and veggies through the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) nutrition assistance program:
The USDA is specifically proposing:It's nice to some positive movement on this front.
• Cutting the amount of eggs to 1 dozen a month per person, down from the 2 dozen to 2 1/2 dozen allowed now.
• Women would be given $8 a month worth of fruits and vegetables. A child would get $6 worth.
• Soy milk and tofu could be substituted for dairy products.
Tags: WIC | USDA | nutrition
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That's good in that it's less eggs, but $8/6 a month for fruits and veggies? We spend $8-10 a DAY in our two-person home on them.
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