The seasons are changing, and so are many of the Double Up markets. From re-branding to reopening, markets across the Valley are turning over a new leaf just in time for a beautiful spring season.
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The Uptown Farmers Market is bustling with local growers, volunteers, and customers each Wednesday and Saturday morning — and it’s also buzzing with Double Up Food Bucks customers and stories! We stopped by the Wednesday market to hear some of these stories, and, of course, double up on some of the fresh, local produce the farmers had to offer.
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Here at Double Up Food Bucks Arizona, we’re dedicated to helping Arizonans stretch their food budgets each and every day. But stretching your food dollars is about more than comparing prices — it’s also about eating healthy amounts of nutritious food each day.
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Trying new vegetables you’ve never heard of can be scary! Farmers markets are full of strange, exciting, and sometimes funky produce. Don’t let a vegetable’s weird name or funny shape stop you from buying it. It probably tastes delicious, plus, trying new things is a great way to explore everything Arizona farms have to offer. Here’s a list of some of the unusual produce you might encounter at your local market. Don’t miss out on these tasty veggies, and if you’re a SNAP customer, double up on your daring new food adventure!
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This Valentine’s Day, we couldn’t pick just one special someone to celebrate. We are more thankful for all of our incredible markets, volunteers, growers, and customers each day. That’s why we’ve been busy writing love notes to each and every Valentine that makes Double Up Food Bucks Arizona so special. Happy Valentine’s Day, Arizona!
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Getting children interested in grocery shopping can be a difficult task, but involving them in the process can be engaging and will help teach them more about the food they eat, and also where that food came from. Next time you head to the farmers market, bring your kids along and follow these tips to make the outing fun, educational, and impactful.
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The Open Air Market at the Phoenix Public Market is one of the many spots where SNAP customers can use Double Up Food Bucks! On Saturdays, you can head to this market to Double Up on fresh fruits and veggies. Here’s what members of the community had to say about the Double Up program, and how buying local food is beneficial for everyone.
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It’s supper time! January is National Sunday Supper Month. Family dinners used to be considered a nightly tradition, but in 2018, that may not always be realistic. The Sunday Supper initiative was started to get families together at least one day a week to share a meal.
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Double Up Food Bucks Arizona had a fantastic year, and we can’t wait to see what 2018 has in store! In 2017, we expanded to more markets, brought more families and individuals healthy and local produce, and highlighted some of the hard-working farmers, farmers markets, market managers and communities that make this program possible. Here is a breakdown of our best year yet:
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For many, the New Year is a time to make resolutions to live healthier, including eating more fruits and veggies every day. Our Double Up Food Bucks “how to” guide is here to help you tackle your goals every step of the way!
Read MoreMeet your Arizona farmers, businesses, market managers and more in our "Voices of Arizona Farmers Markets" series! This week we spoke with Doug Henderson from Lewis' Hen House & Veggie Farm at the Roadrunner Park Farmers Market. Stop by the market every Saturday morning to meet farmers, connect with the community and double up on locally-grown fruits and vegetables.
Stay tuned for more stories from our Double Up Food Bucks Arizona farmers markets and partners!
Read MoreMeet your Arizona farmers, businesses, market managers and more in our "Voices of Arizona Farmers Markets" series! We visited the Prescott Farmers Market, where we spoke with Shanti Rade from Whipstone Farm. Stop by the market every Saturday morning to meet farmers, connect with the community and double up on locally-grown fruits and vegetables.
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Have you been seeing lots of mysterious greens sprouting up at the market lately? Microgreens may be the reason. These luscious, bright spreads of sprout-like leafy veggies are cropping up across Arizona markets, but many customers aren’t sure what they are, or more importantly, how to use them.
Read MoreMeet your Arizona farmers, businesses, market managers and more in our "Voices of Arizona Farmers Markets" series! We visited the Prescott Farmers Market, where we spoke with Sarah Hyde from Hassayampa Vineyard and Farm. Stop by the market every Saturday morning to meet farmers, connect with the community and double up on locally-grown fruits and vegetables.
Stay tuned for more stories from our Double Up Food Bucks Arizona farmers markets and partners!
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“What do you get when you drop a pumpkin? Squash.”
Halloween is just around the corner! It’s time for costumes, haunts, family, and usually lots of sugary snacks. This year, you can ensure your littles ones have tons of fun and cut down on the ghoulish sugar-buzz with festive fruit and veggie snacks.
Read MoreIf you shop with your SNAP Quest card at participating farmers markets, you can double up on Arizona-grown produce with Double Up Food Bucks. Check out this video to learn how it works!
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National Hispanic Heritage Month wraps up this week, but there’s still time to celebrate with some festive and appetizing eats.
Read MoreMeet your Arizona farmers, businesses, market managers and more in our "Voices of Arizona Farmers Markets" series! Our first stop was at Roadrunner Park Farmers Market, where we spoke with Guy Gillespie from On the Vine Farms. Stop by the market every Saturday morning to meet farmers, connect with neighbors, and double up on locally-grown fruits and vegetables.
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September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month – an opportunity to raise awareness about the state of children’s health across the country and explore ways to promote healthy weight and lifestyles.
Here at Double Up Food Bucks Arizona, we love fresh produce, and we love sharing ways to eat more of it. One of the best ways to promote healthy weight for your family every day is by adding more fruits and vegetables to your meals. Whether you have a picky eater at home, or you need a little help getting creative with your produce, these tips can help you add a healthy kick to any dish.
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Over the last few months, we've been highlighting some of Arizona's incredible farmers markets and organizations as part of the American Farmland Trust's Farmers Market Celebration. We've celebrated markets that go above and beyond in supporting family farmers, bringing healthy food to all, and acting as pillars of their communities.
The final pillar of the celebration focuses on how farmers markets can be champions for the environment. One such organization in Arizona who promotes sustainability in everything they do, is the Ajo Center for Sustainable Agriculture (CSA), a community-based nonprofit dedicated to developing a sustainable and just food system in Ajo, Arizona. Their team also runs the Authentically Ajo Farmers Market, bringing fresh produce to their community every week.
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