Maryland’s Produce Rx Fights Hunger and Poverty | Baltimore News

Maryland’s bold new $10 million Produce Rx initiative lets doctors prescribe free fresh fruits and veggies to patients battling diet-related illnesses and food insecurity, targeting high-poverty communities to improve health, fight hunger, and tackle childhood poverty. Part of the broader “Food is Medicine” strategy, it supports hospitals and food groups—especially those sourcing locally—with grants due by July 20, awards expected fall 2026. Plus, the state’s reviving SUN Bucks, last year feeding 630K kids with $75M, to keep food access strong during summer breaks. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c3fa26871e301c5e