Farmers markets have become an easy way to find reasonably-priced fresh produce, but many only accept cash or checks – a big problem for low-income shoppers using food stamps. A federal grant, however, will help communities fix that problem.
A news site committed to in-depth reporting on issues concerning the Austin neighborhood located on the West Side of Chicago, Illinois.
Farmers markets have become an easy way to find reasonably-priced fresh produce, but many only accept cash or checks – a big problem for low-income shoppers using food stamps. A federal grant, however, will help communities fix that problem.