USDA GusNIP Nutrition Incentive and Produce Prescription Programs Role in Strengthening Community-based Food Systems

Nutrition incentive (NI) and produce prescription (PPR) projects have been effective in increasing fruit and vegetable consumption and improving food security in a variety of retail settings, including farm direct (e.g., farmers markets) and local grocers. This session will feature exemplary USDA GusNIP grantees who have successfully implemented NI/PPR projects and engaged with their communities to strengthen their community-based food system. Presentations will highlight project implementation and evaluation, key considerations for NI/PPR interventions, integration of nutrition education, and partnerships with local farmers and grocers.