A dramatic increase in EBT use at a Greenmarket in Union Square, and other Greenmarkets in New York

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A dramatic increase in EBT use at a Greenmarket in Union Square, and other Greenmarkets in New York, on Wednesday, May 15, 2013. The paperless Electronic Benefits Transfer, which replaced food stamps, have become popular in the Greenmarkets allowing people on public assistance convenient access to fresh fruits and vegetables. (© Richard B. Levine)

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Location: new york ny usa north america
Photo credit: © Richard Levine / Alamy / Afripics
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