The Food Committee is now the Resilient Food Systems Committee. Meetings will remain on the last Wednesday of the month at 7pm. Register here.
The new name better reflects the focus of the committee: Building resilient food systems is essential to addressing the climate crisis. From urban farms and community gardens to sustainable agriculture and reduced food waste, we have the power to transform how we grow, distribute, and consume food in Los Angeles and beyond. By strengthening local food networks, we can reduce our carbon footprint, improve food security, and create healthier, more equitable communities. Our committee works to promote solutions that nourish both people and the planet.
One of the projects we’re focusing on in 2026 is the USDA Urban Programs initiative in Los Angeles.
Los Angeles is one of only a small number of cities piloting Urban County Committees, and it’s also slated to host an Urban Service Center. These new initiatives will need continued support through the next Farm Bill. This project will highlight early successes, increase awareness and use of USDA resources among urban growers, and reinforce the value of these programs with policymakers.