Policy Database
State Policy
Virginia
Requiring Commissioner of Agriculture and Consumer Services to establish a public website to encourage local foods purchasing
Va. Code Ann. § 3.2-102(B)(1)
Last Visited 3/15/23
Policy Summary
This provision requires the state Commissioner of Agriculture and Consumer Services to establish a public website to encourage schools, universities, and other educational institutions to purchase Virginia agricultural products. The website must include information such as farmers’ contact information and the amount and type of produce available.
State
Virginia
Jurisdiction Name
Virginia
Jurisdiction Type
state
Food System Topics
- Farm to School
- Institutional Procurement