Maryland Farmers Markets

Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) The Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) is a USDA-funded nutrition grant program administered by MDA in conjunction with the Maryland Department of Health (MDH) and the Maryland Department of Aging (MDAg). State agencies utilize funds to support participants in the Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) and low-resource seniors who participate in the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program. Participants in both programs receive an annual benefit of either $30 for WIC recipients or $35 for Senior participants to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables at farmers' markets between June 1 and November 30th.

For farmers interested in participating in the Farmers Market Nutrition Program, or need to renew their authorization, reach out to Sara Servin to schedule a virtual training, [email protected].

For older adults looking to apply for the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program, the 2026 application will open on June 1st at mda.maryland.gov. If you need additional support with the application, please reach out to your county's Senior Nutrition Program contact here to learn how they are supporting SFMNP in your county.

Beginning in June, WIC participants can opt to sign up during their clinic appointments, and eligible seniors can apply online or connect with their local Area Agency on Aging for support.

In Maryland, all of the 100+ authorized farmers markets throughout the State have at least one farmer who accepts FMNP. Nearly 200 farmers are authorized to sell in farmers markets or at their farm stand. See the directory below to find a farmers market near you!

Farmers interested in participating in the Farmers Market Nutrition Program:

1. Visit the MDOneStop website to create your account and submit the Farmer Application Package.

2. In 2024, the S/FMNP transitioned from a check-based system to a digital system, using the Healthy Together app*. Please note that it is required for participating farmers to download the app in order to participate in the program and accept S/FMNP benefits.

MDA is looking to farmers and farmers markets to provide valuable input on this program's transition. Take this 2-minute survey to share your input!

3. Once approved by MDH, MDA will send you an FMNP Farmer Handbook, FMNP posters, and pricing signs to use at your stand

4.Download Healthy Together app and begin processing transactions

*Note-There is no cost or deadline to participate in this program!

Note: Information on this page is primarily for farmers market managers, farmers and vendors. If you are a consumer looking for a farmers market near you, use the Farmers Market Directory Map below or visit Maryland's Best.

Maryland Farmers Market Directory Map

View Maryland farmers markets and federal benefit programs on this online map.

The directory lists farmers markets in each county and Baltimore City and provides information on markets' location, hours, manager contact information, and accepted food assistance programs.

To be listed in Maryland's Farmers Market Directory, a farmers market must have been in operation for at least two seasons, have at least two farmers (fruit, vegetable, meat, dairy, eggs), and have at least one farmer who accepts the Farmers Market Nutrition Program benefits and/or SNAP. If your market meets these qualifications and you would like your farmers market to be added to the directory, please fill out this form .

Note: MDA will continue to update the farmers market directory throughout the season. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Maryland Farmers Market Conference

Every year in March, farmers market managers, direct marketing farmers, food access organizers, local food businesses, and food and agriculture professionals gather together during the annual Maryland Farmers Market Conference. Check out the agenda to learn more about topics discussed from 2026 and keep an eye out here for next year's save the date!