Success Stories

Veggie Voucher Program

Author: Linda Hieneman

Major Program: Farmer's Markets

In 2004 the Master Gardener organization created the first Farmers Market in Greenup County. This allows farmers to direct market their farm products to a local customer base. Consumers today want to purchase locally produced farm fresh products straight from the hands that grew it.  Senior Citizens in Greenup County do not receive the Senior Citizens Farmers Market vouchers.  Many of the surrounding counties receive these vouchers and are able to purchase produce and items f

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