Arkansas has one of the highest rates of hunger among seniors in the country. In an effort to fight this growing problem, the Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Arkansas will give seniors an opportunity to obtain fresh, locally-grown fruits and vegetables for free.
The USDA Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) provides one $50.00 coupon book per household to senior adults age 60 and older to purchase locally grown fresh vegetables, fruits, herbs and honey at local farmer's markets from approved vendors. To be eligible to receive a coupon book, seniors must meet monthly household income guidelines of $1,926.00 for a family of one, $2,607.00 for a family of two, $3,289.00 for a family of three, or $3,970.00 for a family of 4.
Coupon books will be available by curbside pickup at your local Area Agency on Aging office in Baxter, Benton, Boone, Carroll, Madison, Marion, Newton, Searcy or Washington County.