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From Farms to Families: Perspectives on the Economic Ripple Effect of Nutrition Incentives
Courtney A Parks1, Carmen Byker Shanks1, Holly Parker2
1Center for Nutrition & Health Impact, Omaha, NE, USA.
American Journal of Health Promotion : AJHP
|February 19, 2026
Summary
Nutrition Incentive (NI) programs boost fruit and vegetable (FV) purchases for SNAP participants. These programs offer a triple-win by improving health, supporting local economies, and strengthening food systems.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Nutrition Science
- Food Systems
Background:
- Nutrition Incentive (NI) programs provide financial incentives at point-of-sale to increase fruit and vegetable (FV) consumption among Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) participants.
- NI programs are supported by Farm Bill investments and bipartisan backing, operating across various retail environments.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the multi-level benefits of Nutrition Incentive programs.
- To assess the impact of NI programs on individual, household, community, and systems levels.
Main Methods:
- The study synthesizes evidence on the outcomes of NI programs.
- Analysis focuses on dietary quality, food security, economic activity, and farmer/retailer engagement.
Main Results:
- NI programs are linked to improved diet quality and food security for individuals and households.
- These programs stimulate local economies by increasing FV sales, supporting farmers, and encouraging retailer participation in healthy food initiatives.
- A "triple-win" is observed, benefiting consumers, retailers, and producers.
Conclusions:
- NI programs are a proven, scalable intervention for advancing public health and strengthening local food systems.
- They offer a cross-sector solution promoting community resilience.
- Sustained policy support and investment are crucial for expanding the national impact of NI programs.
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