Background: Nutrition Incentive (NI) programs increase fruit and vegetable (FV) purchasing and consumption among Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) participants by providing financial incentives at the point of sale. Through supported and sustained Farm Bill investment and bipartisan backing, NI programs operate in diverse retail settings. Discussion: Evidence indicates that NI programs generate benefits at multiple levels. At the individual and household level, they are associated with improved diet quality and enhanced food security. At the community and systems level, NI programs contribute to local economic activity by increasing FV sales in grocery and farm direct settings, supporting farmers, and reinforcing retailer participation in healthy food initiatives. This “triple-win” is dynamic, benefiting consumers, retailers, and producers and positions NI programs as a strategic mechanism for aligning public health and economic development goals. Conclusions: As a proven and scalable intervention, NI programs represent a cross-sector solution that advancas public health, strengthens local food systems, and promotes community resilience. Continued policy support and investment are critical to sustaining and expanding their impact nationwide.
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