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WIC Farmers' Market Nutrition Program(FMNP)
The WIC Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) is a dual purpose program which benefits both WIC participants and farmers. In the program, WIC participants are given five $3 coupons with which to purchase authorized fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs from authorized farmers at farmers’ markets and farmstands.
During fiscal year 2008, Ohio received $504,464 in federal funding, which allowed 32,083 participants to receive farmers' market benefits. In all, 307 farmers and 118 farmstands were authorized in 47 counties.
Special Note on Vendor Rules
In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.
To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6382 (TTY). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Mailing Address:
Ohio Department of Health
WIC Farmers' Market Nutrition Program
246 North High Street, 6th floor
Columbus, OH 43215
Telephone: 1-800-282-3435
Fax: (614) 564-2470
E-mail: OHWIC@odh.ohio.gov
Last Updated: 2/09
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