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Discover how food prices are increasing, impacting agencies serving more people with fewer resources. Learn cost-effective ways to help your community by utilizing produce. Explore food procurement strategies for distributing more fresh produce efficiently.
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What’s On The Menu Charles AllenDirector of Product Development
Overview Food Donation Trends Rising Food Costs Produce Program Opportunities
Food Prices are Rising $26.69 August 2011 $24.57 9% increase August 2010
Foodbank’s Purchase Program Spaghetti Sauce$10.00 to$10.25 per case up 3% Pancake Mix$7.58 to$8.70 per case up 15% Chili$12.15 to$12.50 per case up 3% Peanut Butter $12.70 to$19.95 per case up 57%
Meeting the Need • Food prices continue to rise • Agencies continue to see more people but may have fewer resources to serve them • What is the most cost effective and nutritious way to help your community?
Produce! Foodbank costfor a case of apples: $7.50 Agency cost for a case of apples: $0.00 Agency cost for a for a 10 lbs. bag of potatoes : $0.00 Foodbank costfor a 10 lbs. bag of potatoes: $0.98
For Discussion What would make it possible for your agency to distribute more produce? Don’t forget to complete theFood Procurement Questionnairein your folder. The first breakout session begins at 1:00 p.m.