A new USDA rule may impact convenience stores that accept food stamps. The rule requires these stores to carry more fresh produce and protein. Unless the federal government delays this rule, thousands of convenience stores could be forced to stop accepting food stamps.

The rule's requirements may be difficult for some stores to meet. As a result, many stores may have to stop participating in the food stamp program.

Further information on this development is available from the source, which reports on the potential impact of the new rule on convenience stores and food stamp recipients.