Buying local at your farmers market with your EBT SNAP may not seem to have a large impact, but your purchases help the environment, local farmers, and the economy. Check out these 5 charts to learn how:

1) Farmers Markets stimulate local economies, preserve rural livelihoods, increase access to fresh food, and support healthy communities

Source: Farmers Market Coalition

2) And EBT SNAP benefits help employ farmers

Source: Fair Food Network

3) Buying local saves the environment and money

Source: eLocal.com

4)It creates a positive food chain reaction for our communities

Source: US Department of Agriculture

• They impact our local communities for the better and we can help support them

Source: American Farmland Trust

Check out what is being picked this week*:

Collards, Beets, Cabbage, Broccoli, Beans, Zucchini, Tomatoes, Herbs, Peppers, Lima Beans, Eggplant, Potatoes, Squash, Sweet Corn, Blueberries, Pears, Raspberries & Okra

*Availability will vary by market due to differences in growing zones.

Recipe of the Week:

Incorporate collards into an everyday favorite with this recipe!