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Florida Commissioner Pushes Fresh Foods Amid Processed Food Crisis

10/8/2025

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Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson backs President Trump's Make America Healthy Again Commission to curb ultra-processed school foods.
If federal efforts stall, he pursues action to define and regulate ultra-processed foods in 2026.
The commission notes about 70% of children's calories derive from ultra-processed foods.
The Florida Department of Agriculture will prioritize fresh, local foods for schools and food banks.

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Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson backs President Trump's Make America Healthy Again Commission to curb ultra-processed school foods.
If federal efforts stall, he pursues action to define and regulate ultra-processed foods in 2026.
The commission notes about 70% of children's calories derive from ultra-processed foods.
The Florida Department of Agriculture will prioritize fresh, local foods for schools and food banks.