Post by aggie2039 on May 14, 2023 16:17:52 GMT -5
NCA&T launches pilot program to offer fresh produce at half the price for SNAP benefit participants
GREENSBORO, N.C. —
A new pilot program by a team at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is making half-priced food boxes through July 29.
The Fresh & Local Nutrition Incentive Program will be available to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) participants weekly, according to organizers.
The event is happening from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Saturday through July 29, with the exception of May 13, June 17 and July 1.
This pilot project allows SNAP participants to purchase Community Supported Agriculture boxes valued at $30 and $20 apiece available at $15 and $20 a piece, respectively, with SNAP benefits.
www.wxii12.com/amp/article/north-carolina-ncat-launches-pilot-program-fresh-produce-half-price-snap-benefit/43813600
GREENSBORO, N.C. —
A new pilot program by a team at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is making half-priced food boxes through July 29.
The Fresh & Local Nutrition Incentive Program will be available to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) participants weekly, according to organizers.
The event is happening from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Saturday through July 29, with the exception of May 13, June 17 and July 1.
This pilot project allows SNAP participants to purchase Community Supported Agriculture boxes valued at $30 and $20 apiece available at $15 and $20 a piece, respectively, with SNAP benefits.
www.wxii12.com/amp/article/north-carolina-ncat-launches-pilot-program-fresh-produce-half-price-snap-benefit/43813600
