New York’s FreshConnect CSA program aims to provide SNAP recipients with affordable access to locally grown food, supporting farmers and promoting food security through subsidized weekly shares.
FreshConnect CSA Program Offers Affordable – Locally Grown Food for SNAP Recipients
According to the article of Pix 11, New Yorkers who get SNAP benefits can now easily get fresh, locally grown food through the FreshConnect CSA program. This lets organizations in New York partner with farms so people can pay ahead for a share of the farm’s produce and get it weekly. It helps SNAP recipients afford healthy, local food while supporting local farmers.
The goal is to make sure low-income families can access fresh food while also helping farmers earn fair pay for what they grow. The program covers up to half the cost of a weekly share for SNAP recipients, making the food cheaper for them. This way, everyone benefits—families get nutritious food, and farmers get support for their hard work.
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$8.5 Million Initiative: FreshConnect CSA Brings Locally Grown Food to New Yorkers on SNAP (PHOTO: Morning Ag Clips)
FreshConnect CSA Applications Open Until August – Supporting Local Farms and Healthy Eating in New York
Furthermore, Applications for the FreshConnect CSA are open until August 27, and there’s a webinar on June 18 to explain how the program works. It’s part of New York’s effort to make sure everyone has access to good food and to support local farms that play a crucial role in our communities. This initiative shows how partnerships between consumers and farmers can strengthen our food system and promote healthier eating habits across the state.
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