Farmers market program doubles SNAP benefits for fresh produce purchases

LANSING, Mich. — The Michigan Farmers Market Association is helping SNAP recipients stretch their benefits further with a program that doubles their purchasing power for fresh produce.

“It’s a way to help us who are desperate to try to feed ourselves,” said William King, SNAP recipient at Tuesday’s farmers market at the state Capitol.

• Michigan Farmers Market Association offers Double Up Food Bucks program that doubles SNAP benefits

• Recipients can get up to $40 worth of fresh produce for $20 in benefits

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