food banks

Food banks across the plains are being hit with a triple whammy — fewer donations from farmers, a decline in donations from the federal government and an uptick in demand.

Food producers are increasingly selling their mislabeled and soon-to-be expired goods to discount stores instead of giving to food banks.

Food pantries and soup kitchens are seeing increased demand from the needy. At the same time, food prices are rising and charitable donations are down.