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One program is helping to provide free produce for seniors

The Caldwell Market is offering free produce to seniors in an effort to provide easier access to fresh food.

Broadcast on:
05 Jul 2022

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Now that summer is here outdoor markets are officially in full swing and one of those markets is focused on providing free local produce to seniors.

Last year Caldwell became the first in the state to offer a senior nutrition program through its farmers market, which is now offering benefits beyond produce. The Program Manager for University of Idaho Extension and Co-facilitator for the Caldwell Health Coalition, Lindsey McConnell-Soong.