EASLEY — The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) returns this summer with the goals of supplementing the diets of low-income seniors with fresh, nutritious produce and supporting South Carolina’s small farmers.

The seasonal USDA grant program allows those 60 and older to purchase unprocessed fruits and vegetables from authorized farmers markets, roadside stands and community-supported agriculture programs May through Oct. 15.

Participants receive $25 in the form of five checks of $5 to spend at authorized locations. Checks are distributed on a first-come,

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