GrowNYC is monitoring the ongoing federal shutdown and the potential service interruptions to food assistance programs such as SNAP EBT. We will continue to monitor developments closely and provide updates as new information becomes available. At this time, November SNAP EBT benefits have not been distributed.

As normal, customers with funds available can spend SNAP EBT at all GrowNYC Greenmarket and Farmstand locations. Customers will still receive the Health Buck incentive coupons when shopping with SNAP EBT. All other incentives, such as eWIC and WIC & Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program, and Fresh Connect, can be spent as usual.

For more information on the impacts of the federal shutdown on your benefits, please visit the appropriate agency websites listed below. 

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For immediate food assistance relief, please visit the below resources:

• If in NYC, call 311 for real-time assistance and referrals.
• Visit New York State Governor page for statewide resources. 
• Visit Food Help NYC for a citywide database of food pantries and soup kitchens.
• Visit Food Bank for NYC Food Map to locate food pantries and free meals in NYC.
• Call the Hunger Free America hotline at 1-866-3-HUNGRY (1-866-348-6479 - English) or 1-877-8-HAMBRE (1-877-842-6273 - Spanish) for assistance finding food and resources.
• Visit Findhelp.org for nationwide resources. 
• Visit The Food Pantries Food Connect Map for statewide resources.

SNAP Updates:

From the NYS office of Temporary and Disability Assistance: Federal Government Shutdown: November SNAP Benefits

• All eligible households will still receive October SNAP benefits as usual. SNAP benefits can continue to be used at all authorized retailers and farmers markets.
• Due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, November SNAP benefits will be delayed. SNAP benefits cannot be issued for November unless federal funding is authorized (by the USDA).
• OTDA will notify SNAP households by November 1, 2025 on the status of November SNAP benefits through the OTDA website, NYC ACCESS HRA, myBenefits, the ebtEDGE app, and through text message.
• All SNAP households should continue to complete all SNAP requirements including recertifications, periodic reports, and reporting changes.
• Applications for SNAP will continue to be accepted. However, households approved for SNAP after November 1st may not receive benefits until the federal shutdown ends. New applicants can apply for SNAP or Public Assistance at their local department of social services, or online at mybenefits.ny.gov. New York City residents can apply online at ACCESS HRA or in-person at a Human Resources Administration (HRA) SNAP center.
• The federal government shutdown does not affect Summer EBT or Public Assistance (cash) benefits.
• For information on the federal government shutdown and WIC operations in New York State, visit Frequently Asked Questions About WIC for the latest information.
• For information on the federal government shutdown and November SNAP benefits, visit Frequently Asked Questions About November SNAP benefits for the latest information.

From the NYC Department of Social Services (DSS): 

• All scheduled October 2025 SNAP benefits will be issued on or before October 31, 2025. 
• No payments can be issued starting November 1, even if they include prior month benefits. 
• Benefits that have been issued but have not yet been spent will still be available to clients in November. 
• November benefits will not be available until the federal government authorizes the release of these funds by NYS OTDA. At this time, cash benefits and supportive service payments will continue to be issued to eligible households without interruption.
• The USDA, which administers the SNAP program, has reminded States that there is no provision or allowance under current law for States to cover the cost of SNAP benefits and be reimbursed.

Updated: October 31, 2025 at 2pm EST

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Actualizaciones y recursos de SNAP

GrowNYC está monitoreando el cierre federal en curso y las posibles interrupciones en los servicios de los programas de asistencia alimentaria, como SNAP EBT. Seguiremos monitoreando de cerca los acontecimientos y proporcionaremos actualizaciones a medida que se disponga de nueva información. En este momento, los beneficios de SNAP EBT de noviembre no se han distribuido.

Como de costumbre, los clientes que dispongan de fondos pueden gastar SNAP EBT en todos los puntos de venta de GrowNYC Greenmarket y Farmstand. Los clientes seguirán recibiendo los cupones de incentivo Health Buck cuando compren con SNAP EBT. Todos los demás incentivos, como eWIC y WIC & Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program, y Fresh Connect, se pueden gastar como de costumbre.

Para obtener más información sobre los efectos del cierre federal en sus prestaciones, visite los sitios web de las agencias correspondientes que se indican a continuación.

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Para obtener ayuda alimentaria inmediata, visite los siguientes recursos:

• Si se encuentra en la ciudad de Nueva York, llame al 311 para obtener ayuda y referencias en tiempo real.
• Visite la página del gobernador del estado de Nueva York para obtener recursos en todo el estado.
• Visite Food Help NYC para obtener una base de datos de toda la ciudad sobre bancos de alimentos y comedores sociales.
• Visite Food Bank for NYC Food Map para localizar bancos de alimentos y comidas gratuitas en la ciudad de Nueva York.
• Llame a la línea directa de Hunger Free America al 1-866-3-HUNGRY (1-866-348-6479, en inglés) o al 1-877-8-HAMBRE (1-877-842-6273, en español) para obtener ayuda para encontrar alimentos y recursos.
• Visite Findhelp.org para obtener recursos a nivel nacional.
• Visite The Food Pantries Food Connect Map para obtener recursos en todo el estado.

Actualizaciones de SNAP:

De la oficina de Asistencia Temporal y por Discapacidad del Estado de Nueva York: Cierre del Gobierno Federal: Beneficios SNAP de noviembre

• Todos los hogares elegibles seguirán recibiendo los beneficios SNAP de octubre como de costumbre. Los beneficios SNAP pueden seguir utilizándose en todos los minoristas autorizados y mercados de agricultores.
• Debido al cierre actual del gobierno federal, los beneficios SNAP de noviembre se retrasarán. Los beneficios SNAP no se pueden emitir para noviembre a menos que se autoricen los fondos federales (por el USDA).
• La OTDA notificará a los hogares SNAP antes del 1 de noviembre de 2025 sobre el estado de los beneficios SNAP de noviembre a través del sitio web de la OTDA, NYC ACCESS HRA, myBenefits, la aplicación ebtEDGE y mediante mensajes de texto.
• Todos los hogares SNAP deben seguir cumpliendo con todos los requisitos SNAP, incluidas las recertificaciones, los informes periódicos y la notificación de cambios.
• Se seguirán aceptando solicitudes para SNAP. Sin embargo, es posible que los hogares aprobados para SNAP después del 1 de noviembre no reciban los beneficios hasta que finalice el cierre federal. Los nuevos solicitantes pueden solicitar SNAP o asistencia pública en su departamento local de servicios sociales, o en línea en mybenefits.ny.gov. Los residentes de la ciudad de Nueva York pueden presentar su solicitud en línea en ACCESS HRA o en persona en un centro SNAP de la Administración de Recursos Humanos (HRA).
• El cierre del gobierno federal no afecta a los beneficios de Summer EBT ni a los de asistencia pública (en efectivo).
• Para obtener información sobre el cierre del gobierno federal y las operaciones del WIC en el estado de Nueva York, visite Preguntas frecuentes sobre el WIC para obtener la información más reciente.
• Para obtener información sobre el cierre del gobierno federal y los beneficios del SNAP de noviembre, visite Preguntas frecuentes sobre los beneficios del SNAP de noviembre para obtener la información más reciente.

Del Departamento de Servicios Sociales (DSS) de la ciudad de Nueva York:

• Todos los beneficios SNAP programados para octubre de 2025 se emitirán el 31 de octubre de 2025 o antes.
• No se podrán emitir pagos a partir del 1 de noviembre, incluso si incluyen beneficios del mes anterior.
• Los beneficios que se hayan emitido pero que aún no se hayan gastado seguirán estando disponibles para los clientes en noviembre.
• Los beneficios de noviembre no estarán disponibles hasta que el gobierno federal autorice la liberación de estos fondos por parte de la NYS OTDA. En este momento, los beneficios en efectivo y los pagos por servicios de apoyo se seguirán emitiendo a los hogares elegibles sin interrupción.
• El USDA, que administra el programa SNAP, ha recordado a los estados que la legislación actual no prevé ninguna disposición o asignación para que los estados cubran el costo de los beneficios del SNAP y se les reembolse.

Actualizado: 31 de octubre de 2025 a las 2 p. m. EST

Experience the vibrant flavors and festive spirit of fall at the Union Square Greenmarket! This season, immerse yourself in a bounty of fresh, locally-grown produce that’s perfect for your autumn recipes. But that’s not all—join us for a series of exciting special events that celebrate the best of the season, from weekly book signings with famous chefs and authors to celebrations of regional fiber, cider, and fermentation. 

Union Square Greenmarket Cider Village
Friday, October 10 | 10 AM to 5 PM
Union Square Greenmarket (Southwest Entrance)
Join us for the 5th Annual Union Square Greenmarket Cider Village.

• Meet cideries from across New York State, sample their hard ciders, and learn about the techniques that go into perfecting each bottle.
• Check out the Hudson Valley Apple Project's apple varietal display with over 55 rare, unique, and historical apples.

Apple pressing! Apple cider demos! Apple crafts! And more!

This year’s participating cideries include: 

• East Hollow Cider - Petersburg, NY - https://www.easthollowonlinestore.com/ 

• New York Cider Company - Ithaca, NY - https://www.nyciderco.com/ 

• Hudson Valley Farmhouse Cider - Rhinebeck, NY - http://www.hudsonvalleyfarmhousecider.com/ 

• Nine Pin Cider Works - Albany, NY - https://www.ninepincider.com/ 

• Original Sin Cider - Ancram, NY - http://www.origsin.com/

• Sunken City Cider - Gilboa, NY - https://www.sunkencitycider.com/ 

• Greenpoint Cidery - Brooklyn, NY - https://www.greenpointcidery.com/

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Union Square Greenmarket Fermentation Fest
Friday, September 12 | 10 AM to 5 PM
Union Square Greenmarket (Southwest Entrance)

Come explore the wide, wonderful, and fantastic world of fermentation at the Union Square Greenmarket’s second annual Fermentation Fest! The festival brings together Greenmarket farmers, chefs, scientists, and artists who all harness the ancient art of fermentation in their work. Learn the ins and outs of fermentation through demos and tastings from chefs who shop at the market, purchase ready-made fermented products from our farmers who utilize fermentation to preserve their harvests, and peruse a pop-up fermentation bookshop, hosted by Greenpoint book store Archestratus Books + Foods, for all the inspiration and recipes you need to make your own ferments at home, and more!

Special Guest, American guru of fermentation, author, and DIY food activist SANDOR KATZ will be signing books and sharing sauerkraut and sour pickle secrets from 11 AM -3 PM.

Demo Schedule:

10 AM to 12 PM

Victoria Blamey, Abdalrahman Ayyad, Mark Ordaz of Family Meal at Blue Hill, and Carlos Rodriguez of Corima

1 PM to 3 PM

Mei Liao, Hooni Kim of Little Banchan Shop, Kane Sorrells of Ilis, and Dr. Michael Mazourek of Maz Lab Seeds

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FLOCK: A Celebration of Regional Fiber
GrowNYC + New York Fibershed
Friday, September 26 | 10 AM to 5 PM
Union Square Greenmarket (Southwest Entrance)

Join GrowNYC’s Union Square Greenmarket, the New York Fibershed, and local fiber producers to celebrate regional, regenerative textile production that’s happening right here in NY! There will be locally sourced and produced textile products, fibers and yarns available at the market as well as interactive demonstrations by local artisans. 

• Meet the New York farmers and producers working hard to make sustainable products.
• Engage in the process of transforming fibers from raw fleece to finished woven fabric.
• Learn how you can integrate local fiber into your life while helping to build community.
• ​Support NY textile artisans 

New York Fibershed unites urban and rural land stewards who are engaged in cultivating fiber and natural dyes to the citizens who call this city their home. Our goal is to build a welcoming and accessible network that fosters community and craftsmanship at the local level. Our Fibershed strives to create a more resilient, equitable and sustainable future while engaging in advocacy, learning, and collaborative opportunities.

The New York Textile Lab and the Carbon Farm Network are both central projects and partners of the New York Fibershed. The land, farmers, processors, and designers behind this initiative are committed to creating a "‘Soil-to-Soil’ textile system.

Learn more at newyorkfibershed.org and newyorktextilelab.com

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Union Square Greenmarket Book Signings
Full schedule here

 

Take the Greenmarket Summer Challenge! #gmktsummerchallenge

Your challenge, should you choose to accept it: Celebrate summer, support Greenmarket farmers and farm businesses, and enjoy the freshest flavors of the season.

Each week across GrowNYC Instagram channels, we will post a Greenmarket ingredient that is in peak abundance and freshness. Cook a dish with that market ingredient and tag us on Instagram using #gmktsummerchallenge or send in a submission for a chance to win. Each week we will re-post photos of finished dishes and choose a winner who will receive a market tote. Submissions are due by noon on Saturday!

Week of August 18 - Melons

And just like that, we are in our second to last Greenmarket Summer Challenge week. It’s been a long, hot summer and y’all deserve a treat. Enter MELON WEEK! What better way to cool off in August than with a hydrating fruit like melon?! And is it even summer if you haven’t chowed down on a cold watermelon? Of course, don’t limit yourself to just watermelon. The beauty of shopping for melons at Greenmarket is the variety. Fun fact: our farmers grow 139 different varieties of melons! Cantaloupe, honeydew, red, yellow, and orange watermelon, snow leopard, canary, Korean melon… just to name a few. We’ll even accept cucamelon and bitter melon submissions (they’re in the melon fam 😉)! Make a melon granita (inspired by our friends at @caffepanna 🥰), pickle or kimchi the rind, whip up a summery melon salad loaded with herbs and goat cheese, or make a agua fresca de melón. The options are endless—and delicious—and we can’t wait to see how you show off our late summer beauties.

A quick refresh on how it works:

🍉 Shop for melons at a Greenmarket near you!

🍉 Make a recipe and snap a pic!

🍉 Submit it to us by 12pm on Saturday, August 23! You can DM us, post using #gmktsummerchallenge, or submit via the form linked in our bio.

Each week, at least one (or sometimes two or three) contestants will be selected to win a Greenmarket tote! Show us your creativity, try a new melon variety or recipe, and let us what you’re working with!

Whether you're a seasoned market-goer or a first-timer, this is your chance to eat well, shop local, and connect with your community this summer.

 

Summer Shopper Cards Are Here! 

Earn a small reward and big bragging rights for shopping at the Greenmarket this summer! 

Here’s how to participate:

1. Collect a Summer Shopper card at any Greenmarket Market Info Tent beginning Monday, July 14.

2. Punch your card at any Greenmarket Market Info tent each time you shop between now and Sunday, September 7.

3. Once you’ve received 5 punches your card is full. One card per shopper for the duration of the promotion.

4. Turn your filled card in at any Greenmarket between September 8-14.

5. Win a small prize and entry into the Greenmarket raffle!

See you at the market! 

Every day, GrowNYC employees see first-hand the impact they have on the environment and the lives of New Yorkers in all five boroughs. We’re a non-profit organization founded over 50 years ago, and we operate Greenmarket farmers markets, Farmstands, and more.

We hire many seasonal staff starting in the early spring. If you are interested in working for this dynamic organization to provide fresh food for all and reduce New York City's carbon footprint, join our job fair and meet our team!

At the GrowNYC Virtual Seasonal Job Fair, you will meet staff from each of our programs, hear more about seasonal jobs available at GrowNYC, and get a chance to ask questions about working with GrowNYC.

GrowNYC Seasonal Job Fair
Thursday, May 15th 
5-6 p.m.
Please register here 

Job Requirements:

• We are looking for early-risers who can work outside in various weather conditions and lift heavy equipment.
• Age 18+
• Available May - November, including weekend days

Additional Skills Valued (but not required):

• Proficient in languages other than English
• Valid New York State Drivers license, and an interest in driving cargo vans throughout NYC

GrowNYC positions (seasonal and otherwise) and Greenmarket farm and farm stand job opportunities are posted here: 
GrowNYC job opportunities and Greenmarket farm and farm stand job opportunities.

Español a continuación 

Apply to join the Greenmarket Farmer and Community Advisory Committee, an opportunity to advocate on behalf of your market community!

The Greenmarket Farmer and Community Advisory Committee is looking for dynamic and driven individuals to help guide Greenmarket’s mission to create a more sustainable and inclusive food system.

What is the Greenmarket Farmer and Community Advisory Committee (FCAC)?

Since its inception in 1983, the FCAC has played a valuable role in guiding Greenmarket policy and operations. The FCAC provides a forum for ideas, guidance in implementing the Greenmarket mission, peer review in the enforcement of Greenmarket Regulations, and a hearing place for Producer and Greenmarket-related community concerns.

The voting committee is made up of a total of 27 elected members. Eighteen (18) members are elected from Greenmarket Producer participants and nine (9) members are elected from within the communities we serve in New York City. Meetings are currently held virtually on Zoom. General Meetings are currently on the second Tuesday of each month. Subcommittee meetings are monthly or as needed. Spanish interpretation is provided for the FCAC General meeting. More information about FCAC is available here. 

Who Should Apply?

We are seeking individuals who represent the diversity of New York City’s boroughs, are committed to being changemakers in the food and agricultural space, and have skills, experience, and a passion for improving NYC’s food system.

Valuable Skills and Experience Include:
Community Relations & Engagement: Building relationships with stakeholders and fostering collaboration.
Advocacy & Outreach: Experience in food justice, public health, agriculture, or community gardening.
Leadership & Initiative: Leading and driving sustainable food access programs and initiatives.
Professional Expertise: Project management, grant writing, nonprofit management, fundraising, event planning, and finance or budget analysis.
Specialized Knowledge: Legal research, environmental law, regulatory compliance, diversity and inclusion, or conflict resolution.
Creative and Communication Skills: Social media management, marketing, public speaking, reporting, or partnership development.

Essential Soft Skills Include:
Collaboration and teamwork.
Active listening and cultural competence.
Adaptability, problem-solving, and critical thinking.
Empathy and passion for serving NYC’s communities.

If you meet a combination of these skills, this role may be for you! Please note that active participation and engagement are required in this role.

Interested? Join an Information Session to learn more! Details below. 

FCAC Virtual Information Sessions: 
Register for a virtual information session here (We strongly encourage all candidates to attend ONE (1) information session for their application to be considered.)
Wednesday, March 12, 11 AM
Thursday, March 13, 5 PM  

Application Submission Period:
February 21 – March 16

FCAC New Member Virtual Onboarding & Orientation:
April 3 and 4, 6-8 PM 

April FCAC General Meeting (all New FCAC Voting Members must attend):
April 8, 6-9 PM

How to Apply to be a Voting FCAC Member:

Complete the online application form:
2025 Greenmarket Farmer Community Advisory Committee (FCAC) Candidate Application (English)

Solicitud de candidatura para el Comité Asesor de Agricultores y Communidad de Greenmarket (FCAC) 2025 (Español)

Application Deadline: March 16, 2025

Questions? contact us at request@grownyc.org

By joining the FCAC, you’ll contribute to creating a more equitable and sustainable food future for NYC. Bring your skills, energy, and passion to the table—and help make a difference in the lives of your neighbors and communities.

Together, let’s build a better food system for all New Yorkers!

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¡Solicite unirse al Comité Asesor de Agricultores y Communidad de Greenmarket, una oportunidad para defender a la comunidad de su mercado!

El Comité Asesor de Agricultores y Communidad de Greenmarket está buscando personas dinámicas y motivadas para ayudar a guiar la misión de Greenmarket de crear un sistema alimentario más sostenible e inclusivo.

¿Qué es el Comité Asesor de Agricultores y Communidad de Greenmarket (FCAC)?

Desde su creación en 1983, el FCAC ha desempeñado un valioso papel en la orientación de la política y las operaciones del mercado agrícola. El FCAC proporciona un foro para las ideas, orientación en la implementación de la misión del mercado agrícola, revisión por pares en la aplicación de las regulaciones del mercado agrícola y un lugar de audiencia para las preocupaciones de los productores y la comunidad relacionada con el mercado agrícola.

El comité de votación está compuesto por un total de 27 miembros electos. Dieciocho (18) miembros son elegidos entre los productores participantes del mercado agrícola y nueve (9) miembros son elegidos de entre las comunidades a las que servimos en la ciudad de Nueva York. Las reuniones se llevan a cabo actualmente de forma virtual en Zoom. Las reuniones generales son actualmente el segundo martes de cada mes. Las reuniones del subcomité son mensuales o según sea necesario. Se proporciona interpretación al español para la reunión general del FCAC. Más información sobre el FCAC está disponible aquí.

¿Quién debe presentar su solicitud?

Buscamos personas que representen la diversidad de los distritos de la ciudad de Nueva York, que estén comprometidas con la transformación del sector alimentario y agrícola, y que tengan habilidades, experiencia y pasión por mejorar el sistema alimentario de la ciudad de Nueva York.

Las habilidades y experiencia valiosas incluyen:
Relaciones comunitarias y participación: Establecer relaciones con las partes interesadas y fomentar la colaboración.
Defensa y divulgación: Experiencia en justicia alimentaria, salud pública, agricultura o jardinería comunitaria.
Liderazgo e iniciativa: Liderar e impulsar programas e iniciativas de acceso sostenible a los alimentos.
Experiencia profesional: Gestión de proyectos, redacción de subvenciones, gestión de organizaciones sin ánimo de lucro, recaudación de fondos, planificación de eventos y análisis financiero o presupuestario.
Conocimientos especializados: Investigación jurídica, derecho medioambiental, cumplimiento normativo, diversidad e inclusión o resolución de conflictos.
Habilidades creativas y de comunicación: Gestión de redes sociales, marketing, oratoria, elaboración de informes o desarrollo de asociaciones.

Las habilidades sociales esenciales incluyen:
Colaboración y trabajo en equipo.
Escucha activa y competencia cultural.
Adaptabilidad, resolución de problemas y pensamiento crítico.
Empatía y pasión por servir a las comunidades de Nueva York.

Si cumples con una combinación de estas habilidades, ¡este puesto puede ser para ti! Ten en cuenta que en este puesto se requiere participación y compromiso activos.

¿Te interesa? ¡Participa en una sesión informativa para obtener más información! Detalles a continuación.

Sesiones informativas virtuales de la FCAC:

Regístrate aquí para una sesión informativa virtual (Recomendamos encarecidamente a todos los candidatos que asistan a UNA (1) sesión informativa para que su solicitud sea tenida en cuenta).
Miércoles, 12 de marzo, 11 AM
Jueves, 13 de marzo, 5 PM

Periodo de presentación de solicitudes:

21 de febrero - 16 de marzo

Incorporación y orientación virtual para nuevos miembros de la FCAC:

3 y 4 de abril, 6:00 p. m. - 8:00 p. m.

Reunión general de la FCAC de abril (*se recomienda encarecidamente a los nuevos miembros de la comunidad):

8 de abril, de 6 a 9 p. m.

Cómo solicitar ser miembro con derecho a voto de la FCAC:

Rellene el formulario de solicitud en línea:

Solicitud de candidatura para el Comité Asesor de Agricultores y Communidad de Greenmarket (FCAC) 2025 (inglés)

Solicitud de candidatura para el Comité Asesor de Agricultores y Communidad de Greenmarket (FCAC) 2025 (español)

Fecha límite de solicitud: 16 de marzo de 2025

¿Preguntas? Contáctenos en request@grownyc.org

Al unirse al FCAC, contribuirá a crear un futuro alimentario más equitativo y sostenible para la ciudad de Nueva York. Aporte sus habilidades, energía y pasión, y ayude a marcar la diferencia en las vidas de sus vecinos y comunidades.

¡Juntos, construyamos un mejor sistema alimentario para todos los neoyorquinos!

Rise and shine, Winter Warriors, it’s go time! We know the cold can’t stop your craving for locally-grown fruits and vegetables from your neighborhood Greenmarket (23 open year-round!). Bundle up and head to the market — our staff, farmers, and volunteers can’t wait to welcome you.

Our Winter Warrior loyalty cards are now available at all GrowNYC Greenmarkets and Farmstands. Pick up your card at the GrowNYC Market Information Tent, check in during your visits to the market this winter, and enjoy rewards including heartfelt thanks from our farmers and staff, a small prize, and a chance to enter our raffle.

Pro Tip: Check your home market’s webpage to see which farmers will be there on any given market day. Attendance is posted by 8 AM!

Christmas and New Years are right around the corner and markets are abundant with all of the ingredients (as well as wreaths, trees, and gifts!) you need for delicious meals and celebrations. Some scheduling changes will take place due to the holidays, see below for full schedule. 

Please note, food scrap and clothing collections remain the same for regularly scheduled market days, unless otherwise noted. 

**For additional information about a specific location, including food scrap and clothing collection hours, please visit the market webpage linked below (or here). For farmer/producer attendance, scroll to the bottom of each individual market webpage, updated the morning of each market day.

Saturday 12/21
Brooklyn Borough Hall Greenmarket, BK, market open 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 
Ft Greene Greenmarket, BK, market open 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 
Grand Army Plaza Greenmarket, BK, market open 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 
McCarren Park Greenmarket, BK, market open 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 
7th Avenue Sunset Park Greenmarket & Farmstand, BK, market open 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 
Bed-Stuy Farmstand, BK, Farmstand open 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. 
St. George Greenmarket, SI, market open 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.  
82nd Street Greenmarket, MHTN, market open 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 
Inwood Greenmarket, MHTN, market open 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 
Tribeca Greenmarket, MHTN, market open 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 
Abingdon Square Greenmarket, MHTN, market open8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 
Tucker Square Greenmarket, MHTN, market open 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 
Union Square Greenmarket, MHTN, market open 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. 
Sunnyside Greenmarket, QNS, market open 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 

Sunday 12/22
Carroll Gardens Greenmarket, BK, market open 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 
Cortelyou Greenmarket, BK, market open 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 
Forest Hills Greenmarket, QNS, market open 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 
Jackson Heights Greenmarket, QNS, market open 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 
Tompkins Square Greenmarket, MHTN, market open 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 
79th Street Greenmarket, MHTN, market open 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 
Columbia University Greenmarket, MHTN, market open 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 

Monday 12/23
Union Square Greenmarket, MHTN, market open 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. 

Tuesday 12/24
Brooklyn Borough Hall Greenmarket, BK, market open 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 
Union Square Greenmarket, MHTN, market open 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.  (with Wednesday Producers) 

Wednesday 12/25
CLOSED Bartel-Pritchard Greenmarket
CLOSED Dag Hammarskjold Plaza Greenmarket
CLOSED Union Square Greenmarket
CLOSED Uptown Grand Central Farmstand

Thursday 12/26
CLOSED Columbia University Greenmarket
CLOSED Tucker Square Greenmarket
CLOSED Lenox Hill Farmstand
CLOSED Norwood Farmstand

Friday 12/27
97th Street Greenmarket, MHTN, market open 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 
Union Square Greenmarket, MHTN, market open 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. 
CLOSED Crown Heights Farmstand

Saturday 12/28
Brooklyn Borough Hall Greenmarket, BK, market open 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 
Ft Greene Greenmarket, BK, market open 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 
Grand Army Plaza Greenmarket, BK, market open 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 
McCarren Park Greenmarket, BK, market open 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 
St. George Greenmarket, SI, market open 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.  
82nd Street Greenmarket, MHTN, market open 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 
Inwood Greenmarket, MHTN, market open 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 
Tribeca Greenmarket, MHTN, market open 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 
Abingdon Square Greenmarket, MHTN, market open8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 
Tucker Square Greenmarket, MHTN, market open 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 
Union Square Greenmarket, MHTN, market open 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. 
Sunnyside Greenmarket, QNS, market open 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 
CLOSED 7th Avenue Sunset Park Greenmarket
CLOSED Bed-Stuy Farmstand
CLOSED 7th Avenue Sunset Park Farmstand

Sunday 12/29
Carroll Gardens Greenmarket, BK, market open 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 
Cortelyou Greenmarket, BK, market open 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 
Forest Hills Greenmarket, QNS, market open 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 
Jackson Heights Greenmarket, QNS, market open 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 
Tompkins Square Greenmarket, MHTN, market open 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 
79th Street Greenmarket, MHTN, market open 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 
Columbia University Greenmarket, MHTN, market open 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 

Monday 12/30
Union Square Greenmarket, MHTN, market open 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. 

Tuesday 12/31 - Last day to spend 2024 Health Bucks, Fresh Connect Checks, and Greenmarket Bucks! 
Brooklyn Borough Hall Greenmarket, BK, market open 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.  

Wednesday 1/1
CLOSED Bartel-Pritchard Greenmarket
CLOSED Dag Hammarskjold Plaza Greenmarket
CLOSED Union Square Greenmarket
CLOSED Uptown Grand Central Farmstand

Thursday 1/2
CLOSED Columbia University Greenmarket
CLOSED Tucker Square Greenmarket
CLOSED Lenox Hill Farmstand
CLOSED Norwood Farmstand

Friday, 1/3
Return to regular schedule

🌟 GrowNYC Greenmarket Customers, We Want to Hear from You! 🌟

Help us improve your market experience by sharing your thoughts in our customer survey. Your feedback and experience matters to us!

Greenmarket Survey

As a thank you, anyone who completes the survey in full will be entered to win a raffle prize of $20 in Greenmarket Bucks, which can be used freely at any Greenmarket. 

Take a few moments to fill it out—your voice makes a difference!

Deadline: Friday, November 29

 

 

Spend your Summer EBT at GrowNYC Greenmarket and Farmstand locations! 🍅🍉

Beginning in July 2024, New York State (NYS) will launch Summer EBT, a new program that provides low-income families with food benefits to help buy groceries during the summer when school children might not have access to school meals.

Can you use your Summer EBT benefits at GrowNYC Greenmarkets or Farmstand locations?

YES! Summer EBT benefits can be used just like SNAP benefits to buy food at grocery stores, farmers markets, and other SNAP-authorized retailers. Eligible families can use  Summer EBT at their neighborhood GrowNYC Greenmarket and Farmstand locations. What’s more, you can double your money! Spend $2 in SNAP-EBT and Summer EBT, get a bonus $2 Health Buck to spend on fruits and vegetables, up to $10 per day.

Who is eligible to receive this benefit? 

Families currently receiving SNAP will automatically be enrolled in the Summer EBT program. The majority of recipients will be auto-enrolled based on their SNAP and free meal eligibility. For families not auto-enrolled but with qualifying children, a letter with instructions on how to receive benefits will be sent directly to them.

What if you do not receive a letter but think your child/student qualifies?

Some students who are not automatically eligible may be able to receive Summer EBT food benefits by completing an application. Please note that in order to be eligible to apply through this application, the student must attend a school that participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), AND the household's income must be at or below the limits for eligibility for free/reduced-price school meals.

Families will only need to complete one application for all students in the household, which a parent or guardian should complete. 

How much of the benefit will be distributed? 

In 2024, each eligible child will receive $120 in Summer EBT food benefits over a three-month period. There is a 122-day window to utilize all Summer EBT benefits. All unused benefits are removed from the card after this time. Be sure to use your benefits as soon as possible after you receive them.

Where will the benefit be sent to? 

All Summer EBT funds will be put onto the previously issued Pandemic EBT (P-EBT) card unless a new card is requested through the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance website. You can request a new card through the OTDA website, which is also the place to go if you need to replace a lost or stolen card. Families that have not previously received P-EBT can also request newly issued cards through this site.

When will I receive my Summer EBT?

The first of the Summer EBT food benefits are expected to be issued beginning in mid-July 2024 and will continue through October 2024.

For more information, including determining eligibility or requesting a replacement P-EBT card, visit otda.ny.gov/programs/summer-ebt/. 

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¡Gasta tu EBT de verano en las tiendas GrowNYC Greenmarket y Farmstand! 🍅🍉

A partir de julio de 2024, el Estado de Nueva York (NYS) lanzará Summer EBT, un nuevo programa que proporciona a las familias de bajos ingresos beneficios alimentarios para ayudar a comprar comestibles durante el verano, cuando los niños en edad escolar podrían no tener acceso a las comidas escolares.

¿Puede utilizar sus beneficios de EBT de verano en GrowNYC Greenmarkets o Farmstand?

¡SÍ! Los beneficios EBT de verano se pueden utilizar igual que los beneficios SNAP para comprar alimentos en tiendas de comestibles, mercados de agricultores y otros minoristas autorizados por SNAP. Las familias elegibles pueden usar la EBT de verano en los mercados GrowNYC Greenmarket y Farmstand de su vecindario. Además, ¡puede duplicar su dinero! Si gasta $2 en SNAP-EBT y EBT de verano, obtendrá un Billete Saludable adicional de $2 para gastar en frutas y verduras, hasta $10 por día.

¿Quién puede recibir esta prestación?

Las familias que actualmente reciben SNAP se inscribirán automáticamente en el programa EBT de verano. La mayoría de los beneficiarios se inscribirán automáticamente en función de su elegibilidad para SNAP y comidas gratuitas. A las familias que no estén inscritas automáticamente pero que tengan hijos que reúnan los requisitos, se les enviará directamente una carta con instrucciones sobre cómo recibir los beneficios.

¿Qué pasa si usted no recibe una carta pero cree que su hijo/estudiante califica?

Algunos estudiantes que no reúnen los requisitos automáticamente pueden recibir las prestaciones alimentarias EBT de verano rellenando una solicitud. Tenga en cuenta que para ser elegible para solicitar a través de esta aplicación, el estudiante debe asistir a una escuela que participa en el Programa Nacional de Almuerzos Escolares (NSLP), Y los ingresos del hogar debe estar en o por debajo de los límites de elegibilidad para comidas escolares gratuitas / precio reducido.

Las familias sólo tendrán que rellenar una solicitud para todos los estudiantes de la unidad familiar, que deberá cumplimentar uno de los padres o el tutor.

¿A cuánto ascenderá la prestación?

En 2024, cada niño que cumpla los requisitos recibirá 120 dólares en prestaciones alimentarias EBT de verano durante un periodo de tres meses. Hay un plazo de 122 días para utilizar todos los beneficios EBT de verano. Todos los beneficios no utilizados se eliminan de la tarjeta después de este tiempo. Asegúrese de utilizar sus beneficios lo antes posible después de recibirlos.

¿A dónde se enviarán los beneficios?

Todos los fondos de EBT de verano se pondrán en la tarjeta EBT Pandémica (P-EBT) emitida anteriormente a menos que se solicite una nueva tarjeta a través del sitio web de la Oficina de Asistencia Temporal y por Discapacidad. Usted puede solicitar una nueva tarjeta a través de la página web de la OTDA, que también es el lugar para ir si usted necesita para reemplazar una tarjeta perdida o robada. Las familias que no hayan recibido anteriormente la P-EBT también pueden solicitar las nuevas tarjetas emitidas a través de este sitio.

¿Cuándo recibiré mi EBT de verano?

Se espera que las primeras prestaciones alimentarias EBT de verano se emitan a partir de mediados de julio de 2024 y continuarán hasta octubre de 2024.

Para obtener más información, incluida la determinación de la elegibilidad o la solicitud de una tarjeta P-EBT de reemplazo, visite https://otda.ny.gov/programs/summer-ebt/.

 

 

It's farmers market season in New York City!

GrowNYC Greenmarkets 
GrowNYC's year-round Greenmarket farmers markets are growing as farmers bring additional delicious fruits and vegetables to market every day, and our seasonal Greenmarkets have begun opening. New Yorkers (and visitors!) can find a bounty of fresh, local products at Greenmarkets throughout the city. 

Check out individual market webpages for daily farmer attendance and information about upcoming activities such as cooking demonstrations and family-friendly programming.

GrowNYC Farmstands
GrowNYC Farmstands are part of a network of food access retail sites operated by GrowNYC, along with Greenmarket sites. Through Farmstands, GrowNYC sells fresh, affordable food in underserved and under resourced neighborhoods across NYC. The food sold at Farmstands is grown by farmers in the Northeast and transparently sourced through GrowNYC Wholesale. This vital food access program also offers important job opportunities for New Yorkers, ensures healthy, fresh food access across the city, and provides vital revenue for family farms in the Northeast.

All GrowNYC Greenmarkets and Farmstands accept SNAP/EBT, Debit/Credit, Healthfirst OTC cards (LIP and CC members only), WIC & Senior FMNP coupons, and Greenmarket Bucks accepted.
Spend $2 in SNAP/EBT/P-EBT, get bonus $2 Health Buck, up to $10 per day.

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OPENING DATE	SEASONAL GREENMARKETS & FARMSTANDS
April 16	Bowling Green Tuesday Greenmarket
April 17	Tribeca Wednesday Greenmarket
May 4	Bay Ridge Greenmarket Saturdays
May 12	Bartel-Pritchard Square Greenmarket Sundays (also open on Wednesdays)
May 12	Stuyvesant Town Greenmarket Sundays
June 1	57th Street Greenmarket Saturdays
June 2	Bensonhurst Greenmarket Sundays
June 4	Astor Place Greenmarket Tuesdays
June 4	Fort Washington Greenmarket Tuesdays
June 4	Bronx Borough Hall Greenmarket Tuesdays
June 8	Staten Island Mall Greenmarket Saturdays
June 11	Elmhurst Greenmarket Tuesdays
June 14	Corona Greenmarket Fridays
June 16	Domino Park Greenmarket Sundays
June 18	Greenmarket at the Oculus
June 19	Mount Sinai Hospital Greenmarket Wednesdays
June 21	Lincoln Hospital Greenmarket Fridays (open Tuesdays June 25)
June 23	92nd Street Greenmarket Sundays
June 25	Poe Park Greenmarket Tuesdays
June 27	175th Street Greenmarket Thursdays
June 28	Parkchester Greenmarket Fridays
July 3	Eastchester Farmstand Wednesdays
July 3	Morris Heights Farmstand Wednesdays
July 3	Morrisania Farmstand Wednesdays
July 5	NYC Health + Hospitals/Gouverneur Health Farmstand Fridays
July 5	Cypress Hills Farmstand Fridays
July 5	Lower East Side Farmstand Fridays
July 6	Brownsville Pitkin Farmstand Saturdays
July 6	Forest Park Farmstand Saturdays
July 6	Ridgewood Farmstand Saturdays
July 11	Boro Park Greenmarket Thursdays
July 17	Flushing Greenmarket Wednesdays
July 20	4th Ave Sunset Park Greenmarket Saturdays