Consumption & Food Access

An aisle of a grocery store. Photo by Russell Shaffer

Intro

Consumption and food access is about people getting the food they need in a way that is safe, affordable, and respectful of their culture. This can include eating at restaurants, using food pantries, buying from food trucks, and participating in meal assistance programs. Whatever the means, NERFSI’s mission is to make food more accessible to all.

Resources

The New Food Guide

MyPlate

MyPlate is the modern food pyramid—an accessible guide to help you find your healthy eating style and build it throughout your lifetime.

Grilled chicken and vegetables on a plate on a rustic tabletop.
Learn more about MyPlate

Summer Food System Program

Feeding During the Off-Season

Summer Food System Program

During the summer months, the Nebraska Summer Food Service Program provides free, nutritious meals for children while school is out.

Kids eating sandwiches.
Learn more about the Summer Food System Program

University of Nebraska Partners

Right Food at the Right Time

Nebraska Harvest of the Month

Nebraska Harvest of the Month is a statewide farm-to-school program that features a different Nebraska specialty crop each month of the school year.

A pumpkin and squash in a garden. Photo by Russell Shaffer
Learn more about Harvest of the Month

NE Produce Vendor Search

One Click Away

Nebraska Produce Vendor Search

The Nebraska Produce Vendor Search helps you find food vendors that accept nutrition program benefits, including SNAP, WIC and Senior vouchers, and Double Up Food Bucks.

A farmer washed freshly-picked bell peppers. Photo by Russell Shaffer
Learn more about Produce Vendor Search

Nutrition Education Program

Start Now. Choose How.

Nutrition Education Program

The Nutrition Education Program (NEP) helps families on a limited budget make healthier food choices and choose physically active lifestyles.

A mother helps her daughter choose produce.
Learn more about the Nutrition Education Program

Additional Food Assistance Programs & Information

Additional Food Assistance & Information (cont'd)

Additional Food Assistance & Information (cont'd)

Contact

BEN JEWELL

RPN Extension Educator
402-269-2301
bmcshane-jewell2@unl.edu