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.
2026 Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) for WIC Staff
- All WIC staff, in local agencies participating in the 2026 farmers market season, must complete the 2026 Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) Training in the Learning Center, prior to issuing any benefits to participants.
- The training is a self-paced module without narration. It may take 45 – 60 minutes to complete.
- At the end of the training, staff must fill out a training feedback survey and mark the check box to confirm completion. This ensures the training completion date is documented in their transcript.
- If viewing as a group, please complete the Group Training Documentation Form and email it to wawictraining@doh.wa.gov. Add "FMNP" in the Subject line of the email.
The 2026 Farmers Market Training Supplement for Coordinators (PDF) shares training and resources to support coordinators and clinic leads with key tasks. This is a self-paced guide without narration. It includes helpful information and links to policy, staff tools, webpages and fillable forms.
If you have questions about FMNP training for staff or coordinators, please contact us at wawictraining@doh.wa.gov.
Important Dates
| Date | Deadline |
|---|---|
| April | 2026 FMNP Training posted in Learning Center |
| May 1 - 31 | All Staff - Complete 2026 FMNP Training Coordinators - Complete 2026 Training Supplement for Coordinators |
| June 1 | FMNP season starts - begin issuing FM benefits to participants |
| September 30 | Last day to issue FMNP benefits to participants |
| October 31 | Last day for participants to use FM benefits at markets / farm stores |
| Year-round | WIC Monthly Fruit and Vegetable Benefits (CVB) |
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
- WIC and Senior - Farmers Market Brochure
- Tips for Shopping FMNP Benefits
- Try Something New at FMNP