You’ve probably heard about the Meatless Mondays movement – where a person or family commits to eating vegetarian meals and snacks for 1 day a week. The movement has gained[…] Read More

To be eligible for FNS/SNAP benefits, most adults must meet both a gross and net income test, but the eligibility is slightly different for older adults (over the age of[…] Read More

June is National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month, so why don’t you challenge yourself to eat more fresh produce this month!   Fruits and vegetables are nutrient-dense, which means they[…] Read More

Written by Sarah Mammarella, MS, RD, LDN, Family & Consumer Sciences Agent in Richmond County, NC As a Registered Dietitian and a community educator people often tell me they believe[…] Read More

Did you know that you can use your FNS/SNAP benefits to purchase seeds and plants to grow food? Growing your own food is a great way to make your FNS/SNAP[…] Read More