Connecticut Department of Agriculture

 Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) Overview

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What is the FMNP

The FMNP provides funds eligible participants purchase fresh produce from Connecticut farmer's.

The WIC Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) is associated with the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children, popularly known as WIC. Eligible WIC participants are issued FMNP benefits in addition to their regular WIC benefits. These benefits can be used to buy eligible foods from farmers, farmers markets or roadside stands that have been approved by the state agency to accept FMNP benefits.

The Seniors Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) is designed to:

  • Provide low-income seniors with access to locally grown fruits, vegetables, honey and herbs.
  • Increase the domestic consumption of agricultural commodities through farmers' markets, roadside stands, and community supported agricultural programs.
  • Aid in the development of new and additional farmers markets, roadside stands, and community support agricultural programs.

The program runs from June 1st to November 30th each year.

Where can I use my benefits?

Benefits can be redeemed at Connecticut farmers’ markets and select farmstands throughout the state.

Who is eligible?

  • Women, infants, and children (WIC) participants
  • Seniors over 60 (SFMNP)
  • Disabled individuals meeting income and housing guidelines (SFMNP)

What can I buy with FMNP benefits?

ONLY CT Grown

  • Fresh fruits and vegetables
  • Fresh Cut herbs
  • Eggs (State funds only)
  • Honey (Seniors only)

How do I use FMNP benefits?

WIC participants use a mobile app (Download for Android | Download for iOS), while Seniors and disabled individuals use an electronic benefits card. To find a distribution site near you visit our Senior Participants tab.

**Benefits cannot be rolled over to the next year and must be used by November 30th annually.**

Learn More

  • WIC participants: See the WIC and Senior tab for details and resources.
  • Senior and disabled participants: See the WIC and Senior tab for details and resources.
  • Farmers: See the Farmers tab for information on becoming a certified FMNP farmer.
  • Find a market: See the Authorized Redemption Locations tab for a map of authorized locations.