Retail outlet Meijer has announced it is doubling its discount on milk offered to SNAP-eligible customers.

According to a press release, the discount is now 40% off any brand or size of 1% or fat free milk. This is part of an effort to increase access to healthy foods and drinks.

The original discount was introduced in December and has helped more than 65,000 SNAP-eligible households. That number is expected to increase with the implementation of the increased discount.

"As a family-owned company, Meijer values its customers and their needs. That's why we're really happy to be collaborating with Auburn University to reduce the cost of milk for SNAP participants and help them get more value from their purchases," Meijer Vice President of Grocery Calli Schmid said

The discount applies to purchases made both online and in person at all of Meijer's locations and will be in effect until the fall of 2026.