Olsho, L.E.W. et al.

doi:10.1017/s1368980015001056

Summary

Experimental study testing Impacts of a farmers’ market incentive programme on fruit and vegetable access, purchase and consumption (USA (New York City) scope). Assesses impacts on outcomes and key measures (Awareness and use of farmers’ markets; fruit & vegetable purchasing; self-reported intake; measures: Health Bucks exposure; frequency of farmers’ market visits; spend on…

UK applicability

Provides evidence to inform UK “produce prescription” and voucher schemes that link financial incentives with access to fresh produce through local markets and retailers.

Key measures

Health Bucks exposure; frequency of farmers’ market visits; spend on fruits & vegetables; self-reported change in fruit and vegetable consumption.

Outcomes reported

Awareness and use of farmers’ markets; fruit & vegetable purchasing; self-reported intake

Theme: Nutrition & health
Subject: Fruit & vegetables; Metrics & LCA
Study type: Experimental Study
Study design: Mixed-methods quasi-experimental evaluation with surveys and repeated cross-sectional data
Source type: Peer‑reviewed study
Status: Published
Geography: USA (New York City)
System type: Farmers’ markets; food assistance / SNAP incentive programme
DOI: 10.1017/s1368980015001056
Catalogue ID: XL0024

Topic tags

nutrition

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