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SNAP INCENTIVES FOR CSA: Troubleshooting Guide

Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) can be an excellent way for shoppers to connect with local farmers and access fresh, seasonal produce, but SNAP regulations can be difficult for CSAs to…
SNAP, EBT, and Nutrition Incentive Programs | Farm Stands, CSAs, and Mobile Markets | CSA | Getting Started
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Report

Comparing Different Models of Farmers Markets in Urban Neighborhoods

This case study following the evolution of a farmers market in Allentown, PA examines the ways in which market models can create benefits and barriers for different purposes and populations.…
Farmers Markets | Farm Stands, CSAs, and Mobile Markets | Farm Stands | Program Administration | Getting Started | Organizational structure | Understanding your community and customers
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Inclement Weather Sample Hand Out

This sample handout from GrowNYC offers information to customers on what happens when bad weather intersects with a pickup day. Use it as an example to determine and disseminate your…
Signage | Farm Stands, CSAs, and Mobile Markets | CSA | Box Programs
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No Rollovers Policy Handout

This document from GrowNYC can be used to inform customers that bags or boxes purchased can't be refunded even if customers are unable to pick them up. Use this example…
Signage | Farm Stands, CSAs, and Mobile Markets | CSA | Box Programs
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Sample Sign Up Sheet

This sign up sheet for box programs from GrowNYC can be used as a template or example for creating your own.
Market operations, policies, and legalities | Farm Stands, CSAs, and Mobile Markets | Box Programs
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Accounting Worksheet for Food Box Programs

This accounting worksheet from GrowNYC can serve as a template or example for organizations running food box programs.
Market budgets and fundraising | Farm Stands, CSAs, and Mobile Markets | Box Programs
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What do you need to know to run a food box?

These slides from a session on food box program management by GrowNYC contain information on starting up, budgeting and record keeping, and other best practices around operating a food box…
Farm Stands, CSAs, and Mobile Markets | Box Programs
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Webinar

GrowNYC Fresh Connect Food Box Session

GrowNYC presents a training session for nonprofit organizations and community groups interested in operating a food box in their neighborhood.
Farm Stands, CSAs, and Mobile Markets | Box Programs
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Farm Stand Reconciliation Form

A sample or template reconciliation form for farm stands created by GrowNYC.
Market operations, policies, and legalities | Farm Stands, CSAs, and Mobile Markets | Farm Stands
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Farm Stand Closing Inventory Form

This form, created by GrowNYC for their urban farm stands, can be used as a sample or template to help staff track sales and inventory.
Market operations, policies, and legalities | Farm Stands, CSAs, and Mobile Markets | Farm Stands
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