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Louisiana Launches 2025 Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program
Seniors can now apply for seasonal food benefits to access fresh, local produce.
BATON ROUGE, LA — Louisiana seniors will once again have the opportunity to receive fresh, locally grown food through the 2025 Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP), thanks to a grant secured by the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry (LDAF) from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).
The program helps eligible older adults buy fresh fruits, vegetables, cut herbs, and honey at approved farmers markets and roadside stands across the state.
✅ Who’s Eligible?
To qualify, applicants must meet both of the following:
Be 60 years of age or older at the time of application.
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Have a gross monthly income no greater than:
$2,413 for a one-person household
$3,261 for a two-person household
Already receiving benefits from the following programs? You pre-qualify for SFMNP, but must still apply:
USDA Food for Seniors Program
Louisiana Purchase Card (SNAP)
Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Medicaid
📝 How to Apply
Applications are required annually—even if you received benefits last year.
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When the application window opens, you can:
Apply online
Or contact your Parish Council on Aging
(In New Orleans, reach out to Feeding Louisiana)
💳 Using Your Benefits Card
Seniors who are approved will receive:
A $30 food benefits card
A directory of participating farmers markets and roadside stands
How it works:
Use your card like a debit card at approved locations.
The farmer will scan the card, enter your purchase amount, and ask you to confirm it with your PIN.
Purchases must be made before November 30, 2025.
Cards cannot be used at grocery stores or with unapproved vendors.
You can check your card balance online anytime.
🌱 Why It Matters
This program is more than just a way to save—it’s about supporting healthy eating, promoting local agriculture, and helping seniors stretch their budgets during tough times.
For updates, eligible seniors are encouraged to contact their local Council on Aging or visit the LDAF website.
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