Great Reads for Good Food

Millions of Americans who could get help buying food aren't asking for it, says the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).  They're trying extra hard to let college students know...

As we step into 2025, it’s a great moment to get your finances in order, especially with changes to your income and spending. One key change comes from the US Department of Agriculture's Foo...

Many Americans depend on programs like Social Security and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to help cover essential costs, from food to household expenses. If you’re wondering ...

The U.S. government recently ended a shutdown that delayed monthly SNAP (food stamp) payments for millions of Americans. After the government reopened, President Trump’s administration told states to make s...

California’s CalFresh program, the state version of federal SNAP food benefits, is getting stricter. Two federal laws—the Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023 (FRA) and the One Big Beautiful Bill Act...

In May 2024, Senator Debbie Stabenow introduced a new law proposal called the Rural Prosperity and Food Security Act of 2024.  This law wants to make farming in America better and...

Even though some government support programs have stopped because of decisions from President Donald Trump's time in office, food stamps are still available.  If your family uses the Supple...

Florida is a helping hand to many of its residents through a program called SNAP — the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.  This program is especially for families who don't...

Will Food Stamp Amounts Go Up in 2025? Yes, starting October 1, 2025, the maximum monthly amount of SNAP (food stamp) benefits and the income limits you need to qualify will both go up a little. If you receive the highest...