All posts tagged: EBT

Universities are open and students are back on campus full time. Food insecurity, the lack of sufficient food to eat, is a significant issue among the college population. The Supplemental[…] Read More

Beets are officially in season in North Carolina! If you’ve ever struggled on deciding what to do with this plant/vegetable, then this blog is for you. Beets are a popular[…] Read More

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently released the findings of a 2018 joint study by the Institute of Medicine (IOM) and the National Research Council. The overall findings[…] Read More

Black beans and rice is the perfect side dish. It’s simple but full of flavor and easy to make. You can also add additional items to make this an entree!

Eat your cornbread sweet, spicy, or sour. Choose to have it as a side dish, appetizer, snack, or dessert. Enjoy cornbread outside the box…literally!

Ready to be a farmers’ market shopping pro? Here are some tips to get the most bang for your buck while supporting farmers and stocking up on delicious and nutritious foods.

Many farmers’ markets now accept SNAP/FNS Benefits. Using your EBT card to purchase fresh foods at the farmers’ market is not only easy, but it’s a great way to save money and support your community. 

Below is a short video on how to use your EBT card to purchase fresh, local foods at a participating farmers’ market.

Here are some tips for finding a farmers’ market near you and to shop with confidence while saving big with EBT.

Buying fresh herbs doesn’t always fit into my budget, so I decided to grow my own instead! A wide variety of herbs can grow inside your home, for very little money. Did you know that you can use your FNS/SNAP benefits to start your indoor herb garden?

There are over 250 farmers markets in North Carolina, and these markets have a wide variety of fruits and vegetables grown locally in your community. If you haven’t stopped by[…] Read More