SNAP is good for MI and you!
As we near the end of 2018, we soon hope to find ourselves across the finish line of the Farm Bill negotiations in Congress, as well. The Farm Bill encompasses…
“Food access is the foundation for transitioning back to civilian life”
Adam Ingrao, farmer and Veterans’ Liaison with MSU Extension, experienced firsthand the struggle to return home after military service and to find purpose—something many veterans experience. In Adam’s role at MSU…
What is SNAP? How can it help me?
Our focus for much of 2018 has been the Farm Bill, and the programs within it that help the low-income population. One major program is the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program…
“SNAP provides good nutrition”
Ken Nobis, President of the Michigan Milk Producers Association and dairy farmer in Michigan, believes that SNAP is a strong program that belongs in the Farm Bill. He believes it…
“SNAP is a great benefit for our community”
The St. Louis Farmers Market has processed more than 100 SNAP transactions so far this season with an average of eight families purchasing fresh Michigan fruits and vegetables each week…
“What kind of society do we want to live in?”
Phil Knight, Executive Director for the Food Bank Council of Michigan used SNAP benefits after experiencing a severe life upset in the form of a divorce. With his two young…
Time to take action!
Today is the day to ask our Members of Congress to keep our federal nutrition programs strong in the Farm Bill and ensure we don’t take away food from our…
An empty plate, means an empty stomach.
And on an empty stomach, no one can reach their full potential. The feeling of running on empty is a reality for over 1.4 million Michiganders, including almost 357,000 children….
“SNAP is important to the overall business economy”
Ruhlig Farms and Gardens, owned and operated by the fourth generation of the Ruhlig family, has been providing fresh produce to the Detroit area for more than 45 years. They…
“SNAP helped me get where I am today”
Diane Golzynski, Director of the Office of Health and Nutrition Services within the Michigan Department of Education, used SNAP benefits while completing graduate school. As a full-time student, completing a…