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Winter Farmers Markets accept Market Bucks

With fresh snow on the ground and more in the forecast, the dream of shopping at a local farmers market appears distant on the horizon. But wait…there are markets open this winter! And a number of them accept Market Bucks year-round. Market Bucks matches dollar-for-dollar, up to $10 spent with an EBT-SNAP card. Customers can use […]

Market Bucks continue through the winter months

Market Bucks double SNAP customer’s spending at Minnesota farmers markets dollar-for-dollar, up to $10 per visit. The program is wildly successful at helping low-income Minnesotans access fresh, local, healthy food at their local farmers markets during the summer months. But did you know Market Bucks are available year round at participating Winter Markets? Where to […]

Hunger Solutions and Mazon advocate for food access at the Legislature

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