How to apply for Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (Alabama)

Who it's for

Alabama's Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program gives low-income seniors a $50 benefit card each season to buy fresh fruits, vegetables, honey and fresh-cut herbs directly from Alabama farmers at farmers markets and roadside stands. You must be 60 or older on the day the benefit is issued and have gross household income at or below the program limit ($2,461 a month for one person, $3,337 for two). Benefits are issued first-come, first-served until the season's funds run out, and you must reapply every year. Applications for the 2027 season open online in January 2027 at agi-app.alabama.gov (phone and mail applications are not accepted); call the Farmers Market Authority at 334-240-7100 with questions.

What you'll need

• Online application (opens each January; no phone or mail applications)
• Proof of age (60 or older on the day of issuance)
• Gross household income information

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (Alabama). I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need online application (opens each January; no phone or mail applications), proof of age (60 or older on the day of issuance), gross household income information — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"

Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.

Renewals

annual (each market season)