MARYLAND GUIDE TO ACCEPTING FEDERAL NUTRITION BENEFITS

Farmers Market Nutrition Program The Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) is a USDA-funded nutrition grant program that is administered by MDA in conjunction with the Maryland Department of Health and the Maryland Department of Aging. State agencies utilize funds to support participants in the Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) and low-resource seniors who participate in the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program. Participants in both programs receive an annual voucher of either $30 for WIC or $50 for seniors to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables at farmers markets between June 1 and November 30. For farmers interested in participating in the Farmers Market Nutrition Program: 1. Visit the Maryland OneStop website to create your account and submit the 3. Once approved by MDH, MDA will send you an FMNP Farmer Handbook, FMNP posters, and pricing signs to use at your stand 4. Download the Healthy Together mobile app and begin processing transactions In 2024, FMNP transitioned from a check-based system to a digital one, using the Healthy Together app. Please note that it is required for participating farmers to download the app in order to participate in the program and accept eFMNP benefits.​ Farmer Application Package. 2. Attend an FMNP training.

For more information, contact: MDA FMNP Program MDA FMNP Website 410-841-5776

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