Minnesota's food shelves are set to get a funding boost amid surging demand stemming from the ongoing government shutdown.

The pending loss of food aid amid the federal government shutdown could hit rural Minnesota hardest, but is also certain to be felt across the state.

Governor Walz announces $4 million for food shelves amid federal shutdown, addressing rising food insecurity for families in Minnesota.

A food shelf is open at MSP Airport​ in support of federal employees who are working without pay during the government shutdown​.

Consumers are rebelling against higher food prices by leaving more of those tasty wants on the shelf in favor of satiating needs, denting the bottom line of companies like General Mills.

About 42 million Americans are poised to lose their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits when federal funding comes to a halt on Nov. 1 amid the government shutdown. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) said it would not use emergency funds to help cover benefits and posted a message on its website over the weekend that "the well has run dry.

With the federal government still shut down, the USDA says SNAP funding could dry up next month, leaving thousands of North Texas families worried about how they’ll put food on the table.