Information about the summer 2026 SFMNP season will be available on this page in June, including a list of local agency contacts for SFMNP applications and voucher distribution, as well as a list of participating farmers’ markets.
What is the NC Seniors Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program?
The NC Seniors Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) is a summer-only program that provides vouchers in participating counties to eligible lower-income older adults to purchase fresh fruits, vegetables, honey, and fresh cut herbs at NC SFMNP-certified farmers' markets. This summertime program is designed to improve the nutrition of older adults and increase business for local farmers and farmers’ markets. The NC SFMNP season is from July 1 to September 30 and is not available in all NC counties. View the 2025 map of the NC SFMNP.
What are eligibility requirements for the Seniors Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program?
To participate in the NC SFMNP a person must meet three requirements:
1. Be 60 years of age or older;
2. Live in a county with a participating local agency (SFMNP vouchers aren't available in all NC counties); and
3. Have a household income of no more than 185% of the Federal Poverty Level (which in 2025 was $2,413 or less per month for a one-person household; $3,261 or less per month for a two-person household).
If you meet the requirements above, you may complete the 2026 NC SFMNP Voucher Interest Form to add your name to the voucher interest list.
Note: This Is not an application for the program.
For More Information
Visit this page in June 2026.
Note: The SFMNP is not an entitlement program, so SFMNP vouchers are not guaranteed. Even if a person meets the eligibility requirements above, there may not be enough funds for all eligible persons to receive SFMNP vouchers.
Questions? Contact NCSFMNP@dhhs.nc.gov (please note that this email address will only be checked bi-weekly from November 2025 through April, 2026).