The June issue of Purdue University’s Consumer Food Insights report estimates national food insecurity at about 13% for June, an increase of two percentage points from May. Average weekly household spending on food in June was $127 on groceries and $68 on dining out.
The latest report also notes a rise in the Sustainable Food Purchasing (SFP) Index, from 70 in March 2024 to 72 in June, driven by taste and personal preferences.
Other highlights from the report include:
Most consumers (66%) are not familiar with the Farm Bill, but there is significant support for government spending on farmer subsidies (71%) and on food and nutrition assistance (72%).
There’s a growing belief among consumers that reducing meat consumption and supporting local food benefit the environment.
Trust in the USDA and FDA remains high, while trust in news media outlets as sources of food information is relatively low.
