If the government shutdown lasts, it could jeopardize the WIC program, which provides healthy food to low-income pregnant women, new moms and children under 5.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has said it will continue to administer WIC as funds allow, but Georgia Machell, president ...

As the government shutdown continues into its second day with no end in sight, agencies are turning to contingency plans for vital services like SNAP.

Millions of women and children could lose out on special food benefits if the federal government stays shut down for long. Unlike Social Security, Medicare and the program formerly known as “food ...

The Trump administration announced this spring it's ending a pandemic-era program that helped food banks and tribal governments buy fresh produce from local farmers.