NC Cooperative Extension - Jackson County

10/21/2026

Farmers Market: Don’t forget that you can use your SNAP benefits at some local farmers markets. At the welcome table at the farmers market, ask if they accept EBT as a form of payment. If they do, they should give you a market scrip in exchange for your EBT payment.

Keep in mind that at some markets the option to use EBT depends on the vendor.

Contact our office for more information on farmers markets in NAME COUNTY AND CONTACT INFO.

10/15/2026

10/14/2026

College Students: If you are between the ages of 18 and 64 and are enrolled at least half-time in an institution of higher education, you might be eligible for SNAP in North Carolina. There may be other requirements, but in general, students must meet one of the following requirements:

Work at least 20 hours a week in paid employment.
Participate in a state or federally financed work-study program.
Participate in an on-the-job training program.
Care for a child under the age of 14.
Receive Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) assistance.

International students do not qualify for SNAP in North Carolina.

If you would like to learn more, visit dhhs.nc.gov and search for "Apply for SNAP."

10/07/2026

What is SNAP? : Have you ever heard about the SNAP program? SNAP stands for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and was previously known as “food stamps.” It can also be called FNS (Food and Nutrition Services) in North Carolina.

SNAP is available for low-income families who meet the gross monthly income allotment for each household size. To learn more about how to apply for SNAP and submit an application, go to dhhs.nc.gov and search for "Apply for SNAP."

10/06/2026

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09/23/2026

SNAP Household: On the SNAP application, the word "household" refers to people who live together and buy and cook food together. 🏠

College roommates, for example, would be considered two separate households if they don't buy and cook their meals together. Parents living with adult children may also be considered separate households.

Knowing your household size is important as that determines the income limits you will have to follow to find out if you are eligible for SNAP.

Have questions? If you would like to find out if you are eligible for SNAP, call the More In My Basket office at 1-855-240-1451.

09/17/2026

We had a great time making refrigerator pickles today at the Jackson County Department of Aging!

09/16/2026

Rollover Benefits: Did you know? You don't have to use your SNAP benefits right away. 💳 🛒

If approved for benefits, you will receive a monthly allotment determined by your local DSS office. Benefits not used by the end of the month can be used the next month, meaning they can add up over time. Keep in mind, however, that benefits not used for 12 months will expire.

For more SNAP-related questions, visit the More In My Basket website at morefood.org.

09/12/2026

Our last Donation Station of the season and we collected over 40 #’s of produce for Cullowhee Valley Baptist Church Food Ministry.

We wrapped up 9 market days between May and September donating approximately 320 #’s of produce to help address food insecurity in Jackson County!

Thank you to all of the generous market patrons and farmers for all of your donations!

And thank you The Jackson County Farmers Market for having us this season!