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Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (FMNP): provides coupons to WIC and Senior CSFP participants to purchase:
- Fresh fruits
- Vegetables and
- Herbs
at participating Farmers' Markets throughout NH.
Coupons are provided to participants beginning in June, and can be redeemed at markets through October 31st. Coupons may not be used to purchase prepared foods such as jams, jellies, pickles, honey, syrup, cider, dried herbs, baked goods, or fruits and vegetables sold as decorations.
Coupons must be used at farmers' markets, and not at farmstands or grocery stores.
WIC and Senior CSFP participants receive recipes and nutrition ideas for eating more fruits and vegetables.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Question 1: Who is eligible for the Farmers' Market Nutrition Program?
Answer 1: FMNP is a nutrition program for women, infants, and children enrolled in WIC, and for seniors enrolled in CSFP.
Question 2: What fruits and vegetables may I purchase with FMNP coupons?
Answer 2: Coupons may be used to purchase any fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs available at farmers' markets in New Hampshire. Selections will vary depending on the month, with broccoli and strawberries available in June, beans and spinach in July, apples and corn available in August. Ask the staff for a copy of fruit and vegetable availability information.
Question 3: How long will the fruits and vegetables last after I purchase them?
Answer 3: Plan to eat fresh fruits and vegetables within 1-3 days of buying. Store them in the refrigerator to keep them fresh longer. About 1 pound of produce provides 3-4 servings.
Question 4: How can I get my children interested in trying new fruits and vegetables?
Answer 4: Bring your children to the farmers' market to pick out the fruits and vegetables. This may be a good time to try a new fruit or vegetable. Young children will often eat foods they choose or help to prepare.
For WIC services, pregnant women, breastfeeding women up to 12 month after the infant's birth, non-breastfeeding women up to 6 months after the infants' birth, infants, and children up to their fifth birthday.
For CSFP services, new mothers up to 12 months after the birth of their infant, children up to their sixth birthday, and seniors 60 years and older.
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