USDA Mandates Specific Produce Stocking for SNAP Retailers
What happened
The USDA finalized a rule requiring retailers participating in the SNAP program to stock specific produce. This mandate requires stores to carry seven varieties of fruits and vegetables, with three units of each variety. United Fresh president Tom Stenzel welcomed the rule, noting it benefits both SNAP families and small stores.
From foodconsumer.org
Why it matters
The requirement changes supply chain standards for produce within the agricultural sector. United Fresh president Tom Stenzel welcomed the rule, noting it benefits both SNAP families and small stores.
From foodconsumer.org
Who's involved
- Agricultural Marketing ServiceUnited States federal agency division that supports the fair marketing of U.S. agricultural products
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- agricultureSpeculative
Agriculture might face changes in supply chain requirements for produce.
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The entities involved
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Agricultural Marketing Service
United States federal agency division that supports the fair marketing of U.S. agricultural products
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