### Question
How is the term underserved community defined?


### Answer
The term **underserved community** is defined in *7 U.S.C. § 1932* as the following:

> a community (including an urban or rural community and an Indian tribal community) that has, as determined by the Secretary—


(I) limited access to affordable, healthy foods, including fresh fruits and vegetables, in grocery retail stores or farmer-to-consumer direct markets

#### Citation:
  - *7 U.S.C. § 1932*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 50-AGRICULTURAL CREDIT > SUBCHAPTER I-REAL ESTATE LOANS**

