USDA To Launch High Tunnel Pilot Study to Increase Availability of Locally-grown Foods
Deputy Secretary Kathleen Merrigan announces a new 3-year, 38-state pilot project under the 'Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food' initiative for farmers to establish high tunnels - also known as hoop houses - to increase the availability of locally grown produce in a conservation-friendly way.  News release.  Video: USDA Hoop Houses at the White House.

 

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