Tyrrell County NC Cooperative Extension

05/29/2026

05/20/2026

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Tips for Using SNAP

Navigating SNAP benefits is all about strategy. Here are three quick tips to help you get the most out of every dollar:

Double Up Food Bucks: Many farmers markets offer programs that match your SNAP spending on fresh fruits and veggies. 🍎🥦

Shop the sales: Check your store’s weekly circular before you go. Pairing SNAP with store discounts is a total game-changer. 📉

Buy seeds and starts: A little-known SNAP rule is that you can use your benefits to buy seeds and food-producing plants. Turn your EBT into a backyard garden for a continuous supply of herbs and veggies! 🌱🍅

For more information about SNAP, reach out to the More In My Basket team. They can assist you with completing an application if you are likely eligible and can answer all of your questions. Call today toll-free at 1-855-240-1451.

05/13/2026

Tyrrell County Cooperative Extension is excited to introduce Dava Armstrong as our intern for the summer! She will be learning about all of our program areas and assisting with many of our fun summer activities. We are excited to have her on our team and look forward to a great summer together!

05/12/2026

Eligible Recipes

The More In My Basket website has many SNAP-friendly recipes available for you to try at home. Whether it is spring, summer, winter or fall, you are sure to find something delicious to help stretch your benefits. Visit morefood.org today!

05/07/2026

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Citronella Summer Candles: Glow with Purpose!

Experience the essence of summer with our Handmade Citronella Candles for just $12 each!

Hand-poured into charming 8 oz mini tin buckets, these candles feature a signature wide wooden wick that delivers a steady glow, a nostalgic crackle, and an invigorating, fresh scent—the perfect companion for a relaxing evening on the patio.

Best of all, your purchase is a wonderful opportunity to support Tyrrell County 4-H programs. Every candle sold helps fund field trips, hands-on learning, and leadership experiences that empower our youth to become confident leaders.

Details:

Price: $12 each

Size: Net Wt. 8 oz

Feature: Crackling Wooden Wick

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05/05/2026

Farmers Market

Did you know that you can use your SNAP benefits at the farmers market? 🍎

Ask at your market’s welcome booth if they accept SNAP benefits. If they do, you should receive market scrip or tokens to use to purchase produce and other eligible food items.

If you have questions about the SNAP program, visit the More In My Basket website at morefood.org or call them toll-free at 1-855-240-1451.