Farmers Market Growing Season July 1 - November 15, 2009
NYC farmers markets provide an opportunity for residents to buy fresh and affordable produce while supporting regional farmers. Health Bucks, worth $2 each, are developed and distributed by NYC Health Department District Public Health Offices and can be used to purchase fresh fruits & vegetables at participating farmers markets (listed on each Health Buck).
At farmers markets that accept food stamps (Electronic Benefit Cards/EBT), one Health Buck coupon will be given to each customer for every $5 spent using food stamps.
The Health Department is also promoting the benefits of a diet rich in fruits and vegetables through Stellar Farmers’ Markets (PDF), a nutrition education program being launched this summer. During workshops conducted at select farmers’ markets, consumers will learn about the nutrition benefits of fresh, local fruits and vegetables – and how to create tasty, healthy meals using the season’s bounty. See the schedule for the Stellar Farmers’ Markets workshops (PDF) [Español].
The Health Department encourages all New Yorkers to eat more fruits and vegetables to improve their health and reduce their risk of diabetes, high-blood pressure, and heart disease. Support your local farmers markets and have a happy and healthy summer!
Participating Farmers Markets
Bronx (PDF)
Harlem (PDF)
Brooklyn (PDF)
Health Bucks Brochures w/ Maps
Bronx (PDF)
Harlem (PDF)
Brooklyn (PDF)
District Public Health Offices
Bronx (PDF)
Harlem (PDF)
Brooklyn (PDF)
For more information on NYC Greenmarkets, please visit:
Council on the Environment NYC.
For a list of all NYC Farmers Markets, visit:
New York City Coalition Against Hunger
