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Rural Health Information Hub – Rural Hunger and Access to Healthy Food Topic Guide

Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services: Health Resources and Services Administration

Provides background information on hunger and access to healthy foods in rural areas and includes resources and best practices for increasing access to food and improving nutrition.

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Key Points

  • This resource consolidates background information on food and hunger issues in rural America.  
  • The topic page includes programs and best practices that have been demonstrated to be effective in rural areas.
  • This resource page also links to resources and potential funding opportunities.

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This resource provides background information and resource links that can help rural communities address food access and improve nutrition.

Content last reviewed on September 2, 2026