The US government just paid Leprino Foods millions for cheese
An $8.6 million USDA mozzarella purchase reveals how federal food programs rely on the world's biggest cheese producer to keep meals running.
By Foodie Pundit Newsroom - Published - Updated - Section: Food Culture
Key points
- The USDA paid Leprino Foods Dairy Products Co. $8.6 million for food products, according to a federal award record.
- This transaction is part of a contract for the company to supply food for federal programs.
- Leprino Foods is a major global cheese producer, particularly known for mozzarella.
- Federal food purchases supply programs like the National School Lunch Program and military commissaries.
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