Getting started.
Who this helps
For the senior route, applicants must live in Maine, be 60 or older, and meet the income guidelines. Native Americans age 55 or older and adults age 18 or older with a disability in qualifying housing may also qualify.
How to get started
The 2026 season enrollment is closed. The next listed application window is June 1 through September 1, 2027.
Review eligibility rules.
Check your Maine residency, age, and household income against the current guidelines.
Choose a farm or market.
On the Maine Senior FarmShare website, choose a participating farm in any county or a participating farmers' market.
Apply for a share.
Starting June 1, 2027, apply online through the Maine Senior FarmShare website for a farm share. For a market share, sign up in person at the Information Booth at a participating farmers' market.
How they can help.
Maine DACF administers the program. Participants receive a no-cost share of fresh, local produce, herbs, and honey from Maine farmers during the growing season.
- Fresh local fruits and vegetables
- Fresh herbs
- Honey
A few questions before you go.
Check how the service works, when it is available, and any costs. Ask about communication or accessibility support if you need it.
- Which participating farms or markets are near me?
- Can I choose a farm in another county?
- Can someone else enroll or pick up my share for me?
- Which foods can I get through a share?