Food landscape assessment reveals South Dakota’s gaps in access, affordability and assistance

By: Makenzie Huber

Outlets: South Dakota Searchlight

Published: August 31, 2026

Words: 992

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 5 days ago

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In a survey weighted toward South Dakotans most likely to experience food insecurity, 30% indicated they were skipping meals to stay within their budget, according to the recently released South Dakota Food Landscape Assessment.

The assessment is the first of its kind in the state, identifying gaps in food affordability, access, assistance, availability and quality statewide. The information will give policymakers, lawmakers, researchers and community organizers a shared foundation to …

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