The Farm Direct program season is June 1 through November 30.
You need to be enrolled in WIC to get Farm Direct Dollars. Contact your local WIC clinic to learn how to enroll in WIC or to receive Farm Direct for the current season. Participation does not affect medical assistance or SNAP (Food Stamps) benefits.
How to shop with your Farm Direct Dollars
1. Visit a participating farmers market or farm stand.
2. Look for these signs to find produce farmers who accept Farm Direct or ask market staff for assistance.
3. Choose the fresh, locally grown fruits, vegetables or cut edible herbs you want to buy.
4. Pay the farmer with your Farm Direct Dollars.
Instructional videos
NOTE: Newly designed Farm Direct Dollars are spent the same way as the checks shown in the videos.