USDA's Main Food Insecurity Survey Halts

The USDA has reportedly placed on leave its team of federal economists and researchers overseeing the primary survey on food insecurity. This decision has been highlighted by the union representing these workers, as reported by the Wall Street Journal. Reuters has yet to confirm this development.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has reportedly put its team of federal economists and researchers responsible for overseeing the government's main survey on food insecurity on leave. This move was reported by The Wall Street Journal, citing information from the union representing the workers.

The decision to sideline this team raises questions about the future of vital data on food insecurity, crucial for shaping national policies aimed at alleviating hunger.

Reuters has not yet independently verified the Wall Street Journal's report, leaving some uncertainty about the underlying reasons and potential implications for food security assessments.

(With inputs from agencies.)