Seniors Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

The Seniors Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) in Piedmont, AL, is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of low-income seniors aged 60 and older by providing essential food assistance in the form of coupons. These vouchers can be used to purchase fresh, nutritious foods such as fruits, vegetables, honey, and fresh-cut herbs from local farmers at approved farmers markets and roadside stands. Administered by the Alabama Department of Agriculture & Industries through the Farmers Market Authority, this program ensures that seniors have access to high-quality, locally grown produce, enhancing their diets while supporting local agriculture. Eligible seniors can apply to receive these invaluable food vouchers, which must be used by November 15 of the calendar year they are issued, fostering a direct connection between community health and local farming.