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Louisiana Carrot Initiative
Coverage of Louisiana Carrot Initiative in the Nexus archive.
- Louisiana expands SNAP veggie bonus to Walmarts statewide
Louisiana has expanded its Carrot Initiative to all Walmart locations statewide, providing SNAP recipients with an additional 30 cents for every dollar spent on fresh produce. The program, launched in April 2025, has generated over $1.6 million in bonus benefits and aims to make fruits and vegetables more affordable.