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Grocery Shopping on a Budget

Over the years, several myths have been created in society regarding how to grocery shop for the healthiest foods. Most Americans feel that healthy grocery shopping is always expensive or that in order to make good food choices, they must buy organic or fresh products. People think that canned and frozen food are not as… Continue Reading Grocery Shopping on a Budget

septiembre 15, 2021

Farmers Market SNAP Challenge Guidelines

Take the Farmers Market SNAP Challenge Sign Up for the Farmers Market SNAP Challenge Join the discussion on social media using #fmSNAPchallenge. Attend the SNAP Challenge Social at the Blacksburg Farmers Market. Support the Blacksburg Farmers Market SNAP Incentive Program or your favorite hunger relief organization. You can specify your donation to support the Blacksburg Farmers… Continue Reading Farmers Market SNAP Challenge Guidelines

octubre 7, 2014

Build a Better Pantry Part 3 – Freezer Foods

Now that we’ve posted about foods to stock in your pantry and refrigerator, it’s time to “chill” and talk about foods to keep in your freezer. Here are some reasons why your freezer can be your best friend: It’s a wonderful time-saving device when you don’t have time to cook from scratch Once defrosted, frozen… Continue Reading Build a Better Pantry Part 3 – Freezer Foods

enero 30, 2014

Build a Better Pantry Part 2- Refrigerated Foods

In our first post of the series, I shared healthy, versatile shelf stable foods to keep in your pantry. Today we are talking all about your refrigerator and what you should keep stocked in there. (We’ll save the freezer and room temperature perishable foods for future posts.) Unlike most of the pantry items, food on… Continue Reading Build a Better Pantry Part 2- Refrigerated Foods

noviembre 14, 2013

7 Steps to Meal Planning on a Budget

Quick, what is the best way to save money in the grocery store and time in the kitchen? Meal planning, of course. Every week on FNP’s Facebook and Twitter, I give tips on how to meal plan and how to shop on a budget. But how helpful are these tips if you are totally new… Continue Reading 7 Steps to Meal Planning on a Budget

noviembre 8, 2013

Seasonal Produce- The Best Value for Your Money and Health

If you follow the Family Nutrition Program on Facebook or Twitter, you have no doubt heard that buying produce in season can save you money. Produce that is in season is also more flavorful and higher in nutrients.

junio 3, 2013

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