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Farmers Market Savings

By: Anna Rickards, CHN Nutrition Program Manager
Farmers Market stand filled with all different kinds of vegetables.

It’s officially harvest season in New York and our city’s farmers markets provide a great variety of fresh, culturally diverse, and accessible fruits and vegetables!

There are many ways to save money at local farmers markets:

  • For every $2 in EBT/SNAP spent at an NYC farmers market, you can get a $2 Health Buck coupon to spend on fruits and vegetables, up to $10 per day.
  • The Farmers Market Nutrition Program provides free $4 coupons to families receiving WIC benefits and to seniors through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP).
  • Stellar Farmers Market program gives live nutrition & cooking demos at many city markets—if you participate you get a $2 Health Buck.
  • CHN Nutritionists have Health Bucks they can share with patients and families experiencing food insecurity. Please do a warm hand off or make a referral.



Use this link to find farmers markets closest to your location.

How to Make Fresh Corn Salsa

A bowl of corn salad.
Ingredients:
(Makes 4 cups)

  • 3 cups fresh corn kernels, sliced from the cob
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 diced bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/2 finely chopped jalapeño
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1-2 limes, juiced
  • Salt & pepper to taste

To prepare:

  1. Cut raw corn kernels off the cob.
  2. Mix with tomatoes, bell pepper, cilantro, jalapeno, garlic, onion, and lime juice.
  3. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Optional: Add cooked black beans for extra protein and fiber.
  5. Serve with chips for a snack/appetizer or add to chicken or fish for an entrée.
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