TOPEKA – The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) is pleased to announce that the Kansas Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (KSFMNP) will officially begin on 14, 2025. The program provides eligible seniors with coupons to purchase fresh produce and honey at participating farmers’ markets across the state.
“We appreciate the patience of Kansas seniors and local farmers during this delay,” said Courtney Koenig, KDHE Physical Activity and Nutrition Program Manager. “We’re excited to move forward and ensure seniors have access to fresh, nutritious produce while supporting Kansas farmers.”
Seniors are eligible if they are 60 years or older, or if they are at least 55 years old and a member of an Indian Tribal Organization. Eligible seniors must also have an annual gross household income (before taxes are withheld) at or below 185 percent of the federal poverty level.
Eligible seniors can apply for the KSFMNP until Sept. 30, and they are encouraged to apply soon as coupon stock is limited. Seniors who are eligible will receive $50 in coupons. These coupons can be used to purchase local produce and local honey at participating farmers markets from authorized vendors, which will be identified with signage showing they are authorized to accept the coupons.
Eligible foods to purchase with the KSFMNP are defined as “fresh, nutritious, unprepared, fruits and vegetables, locally produced honey, and cut herbs that are grown in Kansas.”
Seniors can find more information about eligibility requirements and how to apply for the KSFMNP program or where to use the KSFMNP coupons by visiting the KSFMNP website.
