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This overview traces the development of Oregon's Farmers' Markets from the inception of the Farm Direct Nutrition Program in 1980 through significant milestones in EBT and SNAP participation. By 2011, Oregon Farmers' Markets report a 28% increase in earnings, highlighting the growing importance of accessible nutrition for rural and metro communities. The document projects future growth and continued commitment to bringing local food to more Oregonians, emphasizing the landscape of farmers’ markets as a vital food source.
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Something Happened in 1980… The Farm Direct Nutrition Program!
2004 Farmers’ Markets - 53 EBT arrives…
2005 Oregon Farmers’ Markets - 56 13 EBT Metro Markets; 3in rural OR
2006 OR Farmers’ Markets - 63 15 EBT Metro Markets; 5 in rural OR
2008 OR Farmers’ Markets - 68 17 EBT Metro Markets; 17 outside Metro
HOW? WHY! WHY?!
2011 OR FMs - 103 36 SNAP Metro Markets; 35 in rural OR! Earning $609,050 – a 28% increase from 2010!
Oregon Farmers’ Markets – bringing more Oregon Food to more Oregon Tables!