The 2024 Annual Report of the Massachusetts Food Policy Council details the Council's initiatives aimed at improving the state's food system, addressing critical issues such as climate change, food insecurity, and racial equity. Key highlights include the renewal of a $250,000 Local Food Policy Council Grant Program, the introduction of a Farmers Market Sustainability Grant Program that allocated over $205,000 to support farmers markets, and the management of the Food Security Infrastructure Grant, which provided $24.6 million to bolster food production and distribution. The report also notes the establishment of new positions within the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) to implement the Massachusetts Farmland Action Plan and enhance food security efforts.

The bill emphasizes the need for full funding for the Healthy Incentives Program (HIP), which is crucial for supporting local food systems and improving access to fresh produce for residents. This funding motion was recently passed, underscoring the program's significance in promoting health and sustainability. The Council's meetings in 2024 featured strong participation and discussions on environmental justice and food policy integration, alongside a networking reception called MA Grown & Fresher to foster collaboration among stakeholders, including the Massachusetts Legislative Food System Caucus and various state departments.