Identification of Overlap of Broadband Connection and Pickup Locations for Online SNAP-Authorized Retailers Within Virginia

Online grocery purchasing is an important food acquisition strategy and may provide expanded access to fresh produce for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) participants, however, broadband connection is needed for access to online purchasing platforms. SNAP launched online purchasing through select retailers in 2019 and has since expanded authorizations. Virginia currently has 17 authorized retailer systems for online SNAP purchases. Exploring the overlap of broadband connection and pickup locations for online SNAP produce purchases is necessary to understand the availability of online produce purchasing for SNAP participants so that future research and policies can advance digital and nutrition equity.
Source: Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior - Category: Nutrition Authors: Source Type: research