Farmers’ Market Expansion Act of 2025

This bill adds tree nuts, including shelled nuts, to the list of foods that low-income seniors can buy with their farmers’ market coupons. It updates the Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program so coupons could also be used for tree nuts, not just fruits, vegetables, honey, and herbs. The program gives states funds to provide coupons or vouchers that seniors can use at farmers’ markets, roadside stands, and community supported agriculture programs to buy eligible, locally grown foods.

Key points:

• Who is affected: Low-income seniors using the Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program, and farmers and vendors who sell tree nuts.
• What changes: Tree nuts (including shelled tree nuts) become eligible foods under the program.
• Where coupons can be used: Farmers’ markets, roadside stands, and community supported agriculture programs.
• When: The text amends the program; no specific effective date is given in the provided documents.