FNS Research New Releases - November 2021

Evaluation of the Implementation of Food Insecurity Nutrition Incentives (FINI): Final Report This study represents the final findings of the Food Insecurity Nutrition Incentive Grant (FINI) Evaluation. The study Includes information about the amount of incentives issued and redeemed at FINI retailers and characteristics of the retailers involved in the grant program. Overall, over 71 percent of benefits issued were redeemed. Redemption rates were highest at retailers that specialized in selling fruits and vegetables. Reviewing the Evidence for Maternal Health and WIC This report addresses actions taken by the Food and Nutrition Service to comply with the Consolidated Appropriations Act 2021 (PL 116-260, HR 116-446), which directs USDA to conduct a review of existing evidence and develop a plan to explore how participation in WIC is associated with maternal mortality, with emphasis on the needs of disadvantaged communities of color.   Questions? Contact Us : Stay Connected Subscriber Services: Manage Subscriptions  |  Unsubscribe All |  Subscriber Help   This service is provided to you at no charge by USDA Food and Nutrition Service. USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender. This email was sent to ooseims.archieves@blogger.com using GovDelivery Communications Cloud on behalf of: USDA Food and Nutrition Service · 1320 Braddock Place · Alexandria, VA 22314 · 800-439-1420