Bipartisan Policy Center Discussion on the Food Supply Chain

The Bipartisan Policy Center hosted a virtual event with Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue followed by a panel discussion on the nation’s food supply chain. Secretary Perdue spoke about issues with the food supply chain and meat processing plants, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and helping farmers financially. The panel of experts from the food industry discussed the various challenges facing all levels of production. They also discussed the increased demand on food banks, the importance of exporting meat and keeping their essential workforce safe. close