US government wants to buy more canned salmon

The US government has expanded the use of canned salmon in programs for women, infants and children this year.

The US Department of Agriculture announced in April its long-anticipated updates to the program will include more canned fish in more food packages, — The US Department of Agriculture announced in April its long-anticipated updates to the program will include more canned fish in more food packages,Photo: Shutterstock

Rachel Sapin

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Published 3 May 2024, 18:40Updated 3 May 2024, 18:40