Seniors, age 60 or older with incomes below $19,240 for individuals and $25,900 for couples are eligible to receive $50 of free, fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables through the Maine Senior FarmShare Program.

More than 15,000 seniors and 150 farmers statewide will participate in the program this year. To find a participating farm near you, call the Southern Maine Agency on Aging at (877) 353-3771. A list of participating farms is also available online at www.getrealmaine.com/connect/farmshare/senior.html

The Maine Department of Agriculture manages the Senior FarmShare program in collaboration with other agencies and organizations, including the Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Elder Services, University of Maine Cooperative Extension and the Maine Nutrition Network.