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SNAP Benefits Can Buy Seeds—How Families Can Turn Food Assistance Into Fresh Produce

July 13, 2026 by Brandon Marcus Leave a Comment

SNAP Benefits Can Buy Seeds—How Families Can Turn Food Assistance Into Fresh Produce

A bag of tomato seeds might not look like much at the checkout line, but it can grow into weeks of fresh meals. Many families who use SNAP benefits never realize that the program allows purchases of seeds and food-producing plants, creating an opportunity to stretch food dollars far beyond a single grocery trip. That…

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