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Advocacy Alert: Tell Congress to protect SNAP benefits in the Farm Bill
Every five years, Congress passes legislation that sets national agriculture, nutrition, conservation, and forestry policy, commonly referred to as the “Farm Bill.” Included in the Farm Bill is directives around the funding of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance...
Ways to Beat the Heat in Philadelphia this Summer
By Phoebe LaMont, EI Blogger As we move into the middle of the summer, Philadelphia faces another season of potentially dangerous heat. A Code Red was issued on June 30th, with more expected in this hotter-than-average summer. While the weather may be uncomfortable...
Free Produce Vouchers Available Through PCA’s Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program
The Philadelphia Corporation for Aging will be bringing back its Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) this summer. The SFMNP is an annual program to encourage seniors to eat more fresh fruits and vegetables. Eligible older adults can receive $20 worth of...