Growers, Markets, and Farm Stores

Growers need to apply for authorization and have a signed agreement with the Washington State Department of Health WIC Nutrition Program to accept WIC Farmers Market Nutrition Program (WIC FMNP) and Senior Farmer Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) benefits.

How to Apply

  1. Read the Grower Agreement (PDF)
  2. Sign and submit a complete Grower Application (PDF) via email to FMNPTeam@doh.wa.gov or by mail at:
    Washington State Department of Health
    WIC and Senior FMNP Coordinator
    PO Box 47886
    Olympia, WA 98504-7886
  3. Once the state office process the application, the authorized growers will receive instructions about the next steps to receive payment as we are moving to electronic benefits (e-FMNP).

If you have questions or need to request a printed copy of the application and agreement, please contact: FMNPTeam@doh.wa.gov or call 1-800-841-1410 extension 2, select 2.

Important Dates

Date Deadline
April 1 Application to all returning growers
May 1 Application for new markets for 2024-2026 season
June 1 FMNP season starts
October 31 Last day to accept FMNP benefits
December 31 Application for returning markets

Resources for Growers

Vendor Portal

Video 1

Video 2

Video 3

Resources for Markets

FMNP Materials

How to Use Your WIC QR Code

How to Use Your WIC QR Code (PDF)

FMNP Brochure

FMNP Brochure (PDF)

WIC and Senior FMNP Monthly Newsletter

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