Maine Senior FarmShare Program Participant
Enrollment Starts April 1!
Media Contact: Jim Britt
Eligible older adults can sign up to receive fresh, locally grown Maine produce
AUGUSTA, Maine – The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry’s (DACF) 2025 Maine Senior FarmShare Program (MSFP) participant enrollment starts April 1. This program connects Maine farmers with eligible older adults, providing access to fresh, unprocessed, locally grown fruits, vegetables, culinary herbs, and honey. Participants receive a $50 share of Maine-grown produce throughout the growing season by signing up directly with a participating farm or an enrolled Maine farmers’ market. Enrollment is first-come, first-served while funds remain available.
Participants must be Maine residents 60 years or older, 55 years or older for Native Americans, or 18 years or older for disabled adults living in a housing facility with congregate dining. The income eligibility guidelines are listed on the DACF MSFP website.
“The Maine Senior Farm Share Program helps address food insecurity experienced by Maine’s older adults. The fresh Maine-grown produce can help participants nurture and sustain themselves with anything from fresh berries, apples, potatoes, herbs, honey, and more! Every farm offers something different,” said MSFP Program Manager, Joanna Tarrazi. “It’s a great way to connect with your local farmer whether directly through a farm or at a participating farmers’ market!”
“We are excited to build on the success of 2024 by expanding the Maine Senior Farmshare program in 2025!” said Maine Federation of Farmers’ Markets outreach coordinator Emily Grassie. “The positive response from both farmers and participants last year has fueled our efforts to increase access to fresh, locally grown produce for Maine seniors.”
How to Enroll
Eligible older adults can sign up with a participating farm or farmers’ market. To find more details, visit the DACF website, email [email protected], or call (207) 287-3491.
MSFP is a program of the Maine DACF, funded through a grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).
This project has been funded at least in part by Federal funds from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The contents of this publication do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, nor does mention of trade names, commercial products or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.
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