The increase in unemployment has left many of our neighbors food insecure. Food insecurity is not a new problem, however it is growing more rapidly due to the increased rate…
Category: 5 Food Access
SNAP Can Now Be Used at Some Farm Stands
SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), formally known as food stamps, has historically been accepted at grocery stores, farmers’ markets, and only a select amount of farm stands. However, with the…
Does New Hampshire Have Food Deserts?
Post written by UNH student and Seacoast Eat Local intern Meriah M. Your local convenience store is probably familiar to you for the many times you’ve stopped for a cup…
The Man Behind Nutrition Incentive Programs
Post by Seacoast Eat Local Intern and UNH Student Meriah M. Who is Gus Schumacher? Fresh fruits and vegetables should be found in all of America’s kitchens regardless of the…
Market Match Across the United States
Post by Intern and UNH Student Meriah M. Here in New Hampshire shoppers using SNAP (formerly food stamps) are able to double their buying power at farmers markets through the…
Food Insecurity Legislation in NH
Blog post written by Intern Meriah M. Innovative Solutions to Food Insecurity in the NH General Court — HB 1638 How can New Hampshire best serve its citizens who struggle…
SEL Providing Emergency SNAP Support in February
As many people may know, the recent Government Shutdown caused unforeseen adjustments to SNAP disbursement in New Hampshire. All SNAP funding for the state (i.e. the food benefits which eligible…
What is Gleaning?
If you have been to our Seacoast Eat Local booth or have been to the SAMM van recently, you might have seen a poster looking for volunteers for NH Gleans….
The Waysmeet Center and Cornucopia Food Pantry
While shopping around at the winter markets you may have noticed the Cornucopia Food Pantry’s and Waysmeet Center’s colorful table. The Waysmeet Center houses the Cornucopia Food Pantry located in…
NHPR on SEL & Granite State Market Match
NHPR aired a piece about Granite State Market Match, the NH program Seacoast Eat Local is part of that enables us to offer free fruit and vegetable coupons to SNAP…
Follow the Food! Part II
Howdy Folks! I hope everyone was able to get out and vote yesterday! Last week I followed some carrots to the Waysmeet Food Pantry from the indoor farmers market in…
Follow the Food!
Hello everybody! Last week I ended my blog post mentioning my ‘follow the food’ project. If any folks missed my post last week, by saying ‘follow the food,’ I mean…