Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program

The Kentucky WIC Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program helps families access fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs while supporting local farmers. Enjoy seasonal produce and make healthier choices for you and your family today!

ABOUT THE WIC FMNP

Kentucky WIC Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (FMNP)

The Kentucky WIC Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) connects WIC participants with fresh, locally grown produce while supporting local farmers. This program helps families enjoy nutritious fruits and vegetables, along with select cooking herbs, to promote healthier eating habits.

How to Use Your KY WIC FMNP App or Card

  • Approved Farmers’ Markets Only: Use your benefits at markets displaying “We accept KY WIC FMNP” signs. Grocery stores and roadside stands do not accept FMNP benefits.
  • Seasonal Benefits: Each card or app balance is valid for the KY WIC FMNP season from May 1 to October 31.
  • Eligible Items: Purchase fresh fruits, vegetables, and cooking herbs like basil, chives, cilantro, oregano, thyme, sage, parsley, and garlic. Herbs must be fresh-cut, not dried or potted.
  • Ineligible Items: Benefits cannot be used for processed products such as jams, jellies, salsa, breads, meats, eggs, cheese, honey, nuts, or flowers.
farmers market fresh vegetable
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Health Benefits of Fruits and Vegetables

Incorporating more fruits and vegetables into your diet can:

  • Lower your risk of obesity, cancer, high blood pressure, stroke, heart disease, and diabetes.
  • Provide an easy and effective way to improve overall health and wellness.
RESOURCES & SUPPORT

Visit Your Local Farmers’ Market

Stop by your local farmers’ market to explore fresh, seasonal produce. Farmers’ Market locations, operating times, and the KY WIC FMNP Approved Food List are available at your local health department.

Don’t forget: Keep your KY WIC FMNP card safe—it can be reloaded for the next season!

Make the most of your benefits and support your local farmers. Visit a Kentucky Farmers’ Market today!

Fresh farmer's market produce in front of Lincoln County Health Department exterior
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In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.

Program information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the responsible state or local agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.

To file a program discrimination complaint:
A complainant should complete Form AD-3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, which can be obtained:

The letter must include:

  • The complainant’s name, address, and telephone number
  • A written description of the alleged discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (ASCR) about the nature and date of the alleged civil rights violation

The completed Form AD-3027 or letter must be submitted to USDA by:

  1. Mail:
    U.S. Department of Agriculture
    Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights
    1400 Independence Avenue, SW
    Washington, D.C. 20250-9410

  2. Fax:
    (833) 256-1665 or (202) 690-7442

  3. Email:
    program.intake@usda.gov

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