About Our Program

The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry (DACF) uses a grant from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to fund the Maine Senior FarmShare Program (MSFP). This program provides eligible low-income seniors the opportunity to receive a share (worth $50) of first-quality, fresh, local fruits, vegetables, fresh cut herbs and raw honey at no cost directly from local Maine farmers during the growing season.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

  • Be a Maine resident

  • Be 60 years old or older (55 years old or older for Native Americans)

  • Meet the 2020 Income Guidelines:

    • Maximum of $25,142/per year for a one-person household; or

    • Maximum of $33,874/per year for a two-person household

USDA Non-Discrimination Statement (PDF)

Visit the Maine Senior FarmShare Program online at www.maine.gov/dacf/seniorfarmshare for additional resources and delicious recipes from your local farmers.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.