A sustainable and just food system is one in which every resident can access, afford, and consume foods that optimize their health and well-being without compromising the land where the food is grown. The global food system works primarily to support the reliable production of large quantities of food. Unfortunately, it does not adequately ensure that food production and distribution methods are equitable, environmentally sound, and supportive of community health.
The COVID-19 pandemic underscored the importance of building a more resilient and sustainable food system that offers affordable, nutritious,
culturally appropriate food for everyone. With one in four households in LA County still experiencing food insecurity, improving food access, enabling food recovery, and supporting local food businesses are all important approaches to addressing this chronic issue.
The County will leverage its capital assets, public services, and regulatory authority to improve access to healthy food within County boundaries while optimizing its purchasing power and business services to make food production more sustainable.
| Baseline | Progress | 2030 Target | 2035 Target | 2045 Target | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Countywide | 63% of farmers Source: Los Angeles Food Policy Council |
74% of farmers |
100% of all farmers markets accept CalFresh and EBT |
Maintain 100% of all farmers markets accept CalFresh and EBT |
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| County Operations | Baseline data forthcoming Source: LA County Department of Public Health |
New target, no progress update |
Reduce the GHG emissions associated with food served by 15% |
Reduce the GHG emissions associated with food served by 25% |
Reduce the GHG emissions associated with food served by 35% |
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