The New York City Department for the Aging on Monday launched its Farmers Market Nutrition Program, distributing 70,000 coupon booklets to eligible older adults across the five boroughs.
This year’s offering marks a 15,000-booklet increase from 2024, adding $400,000 in purchasing power for city residents aged 60 and older. Nearly 350 community organizations are helping distribute the coupons, which can be used at participating farmers markets, farm stands and mobile markets.
Each booklet contains five $5 coupons that can be redeemed for fresh fruits, vegetables, mushrooms and cut herbs. The program aims to improve access to nutritious foods, promote healthy eating while supporting local agriculture.
“Changing my diet changed the course of my life, and I am encouraged to see we are, once again, increasing the number of opportunities older New Yorkers have to eat nutritious foods,” said New York City Mayor Eric Adams.
Booklets are available at older adult centers and nonprofit partners on a first-come, first-served basis. They must be used by Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025. Proxies or individuals with power of attorney may use the coupons on behalf of an eligible participant.
To qualify, New Yorkers must be at least 60 years old and meet monthly income guidelines: $2,413 for a one-person household, $3,261 for two people or $4,109 for three.
“The Farmers Market Nutrition Program offers older New Yorkers financial support to make healthier food choices and stay connected to their neighborhoods, while also supporting local businesses,” said NYC Aging Commissioner Lorraine Cortés-Vázquez.
For more information, including a list of markets and pickup locations, call 212-244-6469 or click here.
The program is part of a federal initiative sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and administered by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, Department of Health, Office for the Aging and Cornell Cooperative Extension.
