We want the farmers to get paid instantly and for the ease of tracking Fresh Bucks distribution and redemption, we utilize a check process. Because SNAP is a federal program we have to continue utilizing the token process in order for the markets to track distribution and redemption of SNAP dollars.
Fresh Bucks and Produce Rx is made possible with funding from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Racial and Ethnic Approaches to Community Health (REACH) Program. The Marion County Public Health Department, Chronic Disease Department is the central administrator of Fresh Bucks and Produce Rx.