Food Supply
Emergencies can disrupt food supply chains, leaving people hungry and vulnerable. Nutrition programs should prepare for disruptions and how they can meet the dietary needs of older adults with the resources available during shortages.
Briefs
- Local Food System Supply Chain— Overview from NC State Extension
Guides
- Local and National Shelf Stable/Frozen Meals Vendor Template — Blank template for providing participants with listings of meals that meet their needs
- Food Safety Emergency Response Pocket Guide Disaster Edition— USDA guide on food safety emergencies caused by disasters and weather-related events
- What Are Food Systems and What Do They Do?— Training modules focused on human food systems and land use and their impacts on the environment
Infographics
- Emergency Food Preparation— FDA steps to protect food supply in an emergency
- Assembling Food Safety Emergency Supply Kits Poster— Poster that highlights key supplies to include in emergency kits that impact food service operations