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EBT stores · Louisiana

Where to use EBT in Tensas Parish, LA

10 stores in Tensas Parish take SNAP EBT cards, according to USDA retailer data updated October 21, 2026. The most common are farmers markets (4). 1 are supermarkets or super stores and 4 are farmers markets.

10stores that take EBT
1supermarkets and super stores
4farmers markets

Stores by type

  • Farmers and Markets4
  • Other3
  • Convenience Store2
  • Supermarket1

Cities and towns

  • Saint Joseph 4 stores
  • Newellton 2 stores
  • Waterproof 2 stores
  • St. Joseph 1 store
  • Tallulah 1 store

Supermarkets and super stores

  • Mac's Fresh Market 8320 Plank Rd, Saint Joseph 71366Supermarket

Farmers markets that take EBT

  • La Bonne Vie Farm2704 Highway 606, Saint Joseph 71366Farmers and Markets
  • Tensas Produce Market205 Plank Rd., St. Joseph 71366Farmers and Markets
  • 419 Fish Co216 Palmyra Rd, Tallulah 71282Farmers and Markets
  • Mize Produce168 Providence Rd, Waterproof 71375Farmers and Markets

All stores in Tensas Parish

10 stores in the USDA list.

Hot food and restaurants

Louisiana does not run the Restaurant Meals Program, so SNAP cannot pay for hot restaurant meals in Tensas Parish. Cold deli food and groceries are fine. Hot food rules.

SNAP in Tensas Parish

  • People on SNAP, July 20251,100
  • Households on SNAP, July 2025612
  • Benefits issued in July 2025$189,992
  • Average per household that month$310

USDA FNS-388A county data, July 2025, the latest month in the file. Shown only where the county totals match the state total within 10%.

Louisiana rules for this county

  • EBT cardLouisiana Purchase Card
  • Gross income limit, most households200% of poverty
  • Soda and candy: It restricts soft drinks, energy drinks, and candy. The rule applies since February 18, 2026 (USDA target date).In effect
Louisiana SNAP guide

EBT card help

  • EBT card help: Louisiana Purchase CardBalance, lost or stolen card, PIN888-997-1117

We publish a phone number only when two independent sources agree: the USDA state directory and the state agency's own website. "n/d" means we could not confirm it, so call 2-1-1 or use the number on the back of your card.

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Common questions

Where can I use my EBT card in Tensas Parish?

At the 10 stores in the USDA list for Tensas Parish: 1 supermarkets or super stores, 0 grocery stores, 2 convenience stores and 4 farmers markets, plus other stores.

Can I buy hot food with EBT in Tensas Parish?

Louisiana does not run the Restaurant Meals Program, so SNAP cannot pay for hot restaurant meals in Tensas Parish. Cold deli food and groceries are fine. Hot food rules.

What number do I call about my Louisiana Purchase Card?

Call 888-997-1117 for balance, a lost card or a PIN.

Sources: USDA SNAP Retailer Locator data (layer updated October 21, 2026); USDA SNAP State Directory of Resources (state entry updated July 31, 2026); USDA, SNAP Food Restriction Waivers (page updated October 13, 2026); USDA, SNAP Restaurant Meals Program (page updated August 7, 2026); USDA FNS-388A participation by county, July 2025.

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