With over 40 million Americans relying on SNAP and WIC benefits, the government shutdown is putting pressure on brands, grocers and farmers dependent on these programs for steady sales and supply continuity.

The National WIC Association warns that several states are in danger of shutting down WIC on Nov. 1 unless Trump provides additional emergency money.

Nearly 7 million people - many infants and young children - in the U.S. receive WIC benefits, according to the National WIC Association (NWA).

The Southern 7 Health Department assured families served by Head Start and WIC that services will continue despite the recent government shutdown.

The Women, Infants and Children Supplemental Nutrition Program — which provides support to low-income families with young children — is expected to stay operational during the ongoing government shutdown,

An official with the Arkansas Department of Health says the nutrition assistance program for low-income women and children may only be operational until mid-November if the government shutdown continues.

As the federal government shutdown continues, access to critical federal benefits for Nevadans remains a serious concern.In a move to ensure continued nutritio

As the federal government shutdown continues, Idaho’s ability to continue funding for a public assistance program for pregnant moms, new mothers and parents of young children is unclear. Tariff revenue is funding Idaho’s Women Infants and Children,