Get ready for a successful season where participants use their QR code for fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables. Start now by:
- Talking about the Farmers Market and delicious summer produce with your participants—this event only happens once a year.
- Contacting your area's Market Manager. They'll have information about fun activities at the market and other promotional ideas.
If you have any questions call 1-800-841-1410 or email us at FMNPteam@doh.wa.gov.
Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) 2024 Local Agency Training
The 2024 FMNP training is in the Learning Center. Search for DOH State WIC 2024 Farmers Market Nutrition Program Training.
- Transcripts in the Learning Center show the completion date for individuals who completed the training.
- When viewing as a group please use the Training Documentation Form and send the completed form to wawictraining@doh.wa.gov. Add FMNP in the Subject line of the email.
- All staff in agencies participating in the 2024 Farmers Market Nutrition Program season are required to complete the training before issuing WIC FMNP benefits.
Important Dates
| Date | Deadline |
|---|---|
| April 1 | Application to all returning growers who are not under contract yet |
| May 1 | Application for new markets for 2024-2026 season |
| June 1 | FMNP season starts |
| September 30 | Last day to issue FMNP benefits to participants |
| October 31 | Last day to accept FMNP benefits |
| December 31 | Application for returning markets |
Cascades Steps
- Create and Update a Farmers Market Contact (PDF)
- Reallocate Farmers Market Nutrition Program Funds (PDF)
- FMNP and Related Cascades Screens (PDF)
Where can participants use FMNP benefits?
Participants can use WIC FMNP benefits at:
Authorized Farmers Markets – Eastern Washington (PDF)
- Additional Languages
Authorized Farmers Markets – Western Washington (PDF)
- Additional Languages
- Additional Languages
FMNP Materials
- How to Use Your WIC QR Code
- Everyone Can Shop at the Farmers Market
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Everyone Can Shop at the Farmers Market (PDF)
Learn about using your Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) benefits and your WIC Fruit and Vegetable Benefits at farmers markets and farm stores. - FMNP Brochure