Implementation of wireless terminals at farmers' markets: impact on SNAP redemption and overall sales.
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- Also identified by DOI 10.2105/AJPH.2012.300727 and PMC identifier 3477990.
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Abstract
Although farmers' markets offer healthy foods for purchase, many lack the equipment necessary to process convenient, card-based transactions. We assessed the impact of providing wireless terminals to 5 markets on overall sales and redemption of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. Sales increased significantly at 4 of the 5 markets after implementation of the terminals, and overall sales increased above and beyond SNAP redemption alone. Implementation of wireless terminals may be important for improving the financial stability and accessibility of farmers' markets.
Medical subject headings
- Computer Terminals
- Food Supply
- Marketing