Aberdeen hosts food landscape assessment event on Wednesday


Aberdeen is hosting one of three talks aimed at shaping the future of food and nutrition.

The Future of Food Conversation is 5:30-7 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 23 at Avera St. Luke’s in the lower level conference room.

There is no cost to attend, but reservations are encouraged through eventbrite. Supper, featuring local foods, will be provided to attendees. According to information about the program, the event will provide an overview of the state’s first Food Landscape Report created through a collaboration of food and nutrition partners in South Dakota. Attendees will also learn about the FRANK data dashboard, which stands for Food Resources, Access and Nutrition knowledge.

The event is also aimed at hearing from participants who are willing to share their personal experiences about what’s working, service gaps and help identify priorities for the future.

This event is sponsored by The Wellmark Foundation, South Dakota Community Foundation, Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation, South Dakota Department of Health, American Heart Association.