Buy Fresh...Buy Local...Shop at the Farmers' Markets!

Buy Fresh...Buy Local...Shop at the Farmers' Markets!

Facts about Farmers' Market Checks

• Each check is worth $4.00
• Farmers cannot give change back to you. If you buy less than $4.00, the farmer may add more fruits and vegetables to your purchase.
• The last date to use the checks is November 30, 2011.
• Checks cannot be exchanged for cash.
• Handle your checks safely as if they were cash.
• Lost or stolen checks will not be replaced. Please report lost or stolen checks to your WIC agency.
• Damaged checks or checks without serial numbers will not be accepted.
• Farmers may accept cash or Food Stamps EBT to cover the amount over the check value.
• Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) checks cannot be used at grocery stores.
   

Facts about Farmers' Market Checks

• Each check is worth $4.00
• Farmers cannot give change back to you. If you buy less than $4.00, the farmer may add more fruits and vegetables to your purchase.
• The last date to use the checks is November 30, 2011.
• Checks cannot be exchanged for cash.
• Handle your checks safely as if they were cash.
• Lost or stolen checks will not be replaced. Please report lost or stolen checks to your WIC agency.
• Damaged checks or checks without serial numbers will not be accepted.
• Farmers may accept cash or Food Stamps EBT to cover the amount over the check value.
• Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) checks cannot be used at grocery stores.
   

Rich in vitamins and minerals to help you feel healthy and energized!

Low in calories

Provide fiber to help lower cholesterol and control blood sugar

Help to maintain your weight

Healthy snacks for you and your family

Fruits and vegetables are "anytime" foods!

Add color, texture, and appeal to every meal!

Rich in vitamins and minerals to help you feel healthy and energized!

Low in calories

Provide fiber to help lower cholesterol and control blood sugar

Help to maintain your weight

Healthy snacks for you and your family

Fruits and vegetables are "anytime" foods!

Add color, texture, and appeal to every meal!

Ever wonder what to do with some of those fun foods from the Farmers' Markets? Check out these websites where you can select a fruit or veggie and get a recipe!

http://apps.nccd.cdc.gov/dnparecipe/recipesearch.aspx

harvestofthemonth.com

Ever wonder what to do with some of those fun foods from the Farmers' Markets? Check out these websites where you can select a fruit or veggie and get a recipe!

http://apps.nccd.cdc.gov/dnparecipe/recipesearch.aspx

harvestofthemonth.com