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A recent adjustment for the base calculation for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program means an increase in SNAP benefits starting October First. (Rod Bain and Secretary Tom Vilsack)

USDA is seeking grant proposals on ways to improve online purchasing capabilities for SNAP participants who shop at farmers markets. (Stephanie Ho and Kumar Chandran, USDA senior nutrition advisor)

A newly released USDA study finds that participants to its SNAP nutrition program currently face barriers to healthy foods. (Stephanie Ho and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack)

The Ag Secretary points out that USDA nutrition programs like SNAP have a positive ripple effect on the economy. (Stephanie Ho and Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack)

USDA and and states are partnering to enhance work opportunities for recipients of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits. (Stephanie Ho and Deputy Undersecretary Brandon Lipps)

Rebecca Piazza of the Food and Nutrition Service discusses a pilot program that evolved into the recently announced National Accuracy Clearinghouse for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.

Speaking to the National Press Foundation, Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack pointed to two USDA nutrition programs that will benefit from the recent stimulus plan.

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack telling reporters Tuesday why he wants full funding for the SNAP program.

A final rule aims to enhance employment and training programs for participants in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. Stephanie Ho reports. PARTICIPANTS: Stephanie Ho and Former Deputy Undersecretary Brandon Lipps.