Success StoryFarmers' Market



Farmers' Market

Author: Roger Mollette

Planning Unit: Martin County CES

Major Program: Farmer's Markets

Plan of Work: Home and Commercial Horticulture

Outcome: Long-Term Outcome

Martin County has 12,500 residents while 37% live below poverty level with a median income of only $22,497.00. Residents of the county have a need for fresh fruits and vegetables at an affordable price.

The Martin County Extension Service worked cooperatively with the Kentucky Department of Agriculture, Martin County Health Department and Martin County Senior Citizens Center to distribute WIC vouchers to 150 WIC recipients and Senior vouchers to 80 Senior Citizens. These vouchers could be redeemed for fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables only at the Farmers’ Market. Healthy recipes, cooking and canning demonstrations were offered during the season to promote consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables.

Senior voucher redemption rate over 81% this year proves we are helping low income families afford fresh produce.






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