A Crisis Affecting Millions in the U.S.

Food insecurity is a widespread issue in the United States, affecting nearly 15% of the population. It disproportionately impacts low-income families, ethnic minorities, and farmworkers—the very people responsible for growing our nation’s food.

At Kentucky Fresh Harvest, we believe access to fresh, healthy food is a basic right, not a privilege. Our commitment to sustainable farming and fair labor practices plays a role in addressing this crisis.

Food Insecurity in America: The Reality

The USDA defines food insecurity as the lack of consistent access to enough food for an active, healthy life. Many families rely on low-cost, highly processed foods due to financial constraints and limited availability of fresh produce.

Farmworkers, who are essential to the food supply chain, are among the most affected by food insecurity. Studies show that:

✔ 53% of U.S. farmworker households experience food insecurity.

✔ In states like Georgia, the number jumps to 63% for migrant farmworkers.

✔ Nearly 80% of farmworker families report concerns about affording food.

These numbers highlight a broken food system, where those who grow our food often struggle to feed their own families.