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2018 New Farmer App Instruction Sheet 01/17/2018 lw

2018 Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (FMNP)

Instructions for Completing Farmer Application

1. Fill in all boxes.

2. If an item does not apply, put “NA” in that block.

3. Type or clearly print.

4. Complete both sides of the application.

5. WIC Vendor Stamp Number – leave blank.

6. Complete the PRODUCE LIST and return with the application.

7. Complete the MARKET SHEET if you plan to sell at approved farmers’ market/s and

return with the application.

(Markets listed in RED must renew this year to remain eligible)

8. If you plan to sell at your own attended roadside stand , you must provide complete

information for the stand.

9. Return the application, produce list and market sheet by mail, fax or e-mail.

Mail: Indiana State Department of Health

ATTN: FMNP Coordinator

2 North Meridian Street, Sec. 5E

Indianapolis, IN 46204

Fax: ATTN: FMNP Coordinator

317-233-5609

E-mail: [email protected]

Please note that applications with missing information

WILL NOT BE PROCESSED and

WILL BE RETURNED TO YOU.

The deadline for processing farmer applications is September 1, 2018

If you have questions, please call 317-233-1327, 9am – 5:30pm Monday – Friday.

APPLICATION AND AGREEMENT FOR FARMERS TO PARTICIPATE IN THE WIC FARMERS’ MARKET NUTRITION PROGRAM (FMNP) State Form 52585 (R10 / 1-17)

Indiana State Department of Health

INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Fill out all blocks. This application will be returned to you without processing if any information is missing. If an item does not apply, put “NA” in that block. Do not use abbreviations in any area on the application. If you are a new farmer, leave the WIC FMNP Vendor Stamp Number box empty; you will be provided a number.

2. Type or clearly print all information. Complete both sides of this form. 3. Send the completed form to: Indiana State Department of Health, ATTN: FMNP Coordinator, Indiana WIC FMNP, 2 North Meridian St. Sec. 5E, Indianapolis, IN 46204. (800) 522-0874

Applicant Information

Last Name

First Name

Middle Initial

Mailing Address (Number, Street, P.O. Box)

City

State

ZIP code

County

WIC FMNP Vendor Stamp Number

Email Address

Telephone Number (Include Area Code)

( )

Physical Address Where Produce is Grown (if different from mailing address)

Address (Number, Street)

City

State

ZIP code

County

Where You Will Sell Your Produce

Farmers’ Market(s)? Yes No (Complete Market Sheet and attach.) Roadside Stand(s)? Yes No (List name(s) and address(es) below and complete the schedule section.)

Roadside Stand Schedule and Hours (Attendant MUST be present during listed hours.)

First date farm stand is open for the season:

(mm/dd/yyyy)

Last date farm stand is open for the season:

(mm/dd/yyyy)

Farm Stand days and hours of operation:

Sunday: to

Monday: to

Tuesday: to

Wednesday: to

Thursday: to

Friday: to

Saturday: to

Produce and FMNP Handbook (Check boxes and fill in the blanks.)

I raise/grow more than half of the produce I sell. Yes No Number of acres in production: Name of person(s) who own(s) the acreage: What percentage of your products sold will be fresh fruits and vegetables? %

I agree to sell only fruits and vegetables that are locally grown as defined by the FMNP Handbook. Yes No I have read and agree to follow guidelines of the FMNP Handbook. Yes No I have completed and attached the Produce List. Yes No

By completing and signing, both the applicant and the authorized state representative enter into an agreement for the vendor/farmer to provide locally grown fresh fruits and/or vegetables to participants of the Indiana Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) at approved Farmers’ Markets and/or farm stand(s). This agreement is under the regulations published by the United States Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service as authorized by Public Law 102-314 enacted July 2,1992.

FMNP Vendor Agreement

The Agreement will begin upon signature of both parties and will end November 30, three (3) years from the date the agreement is signed, and it is subject to the following conditions: A. Vendor/farmer agrees to:

1. Exchange only fresh, unprocessed, locally grown fruits and vegetables for FMNP checks. 2. Redeem checks only at an authorized farmers’ market or authorized farm stand and under the conditions outlined in

the FMNP Handbook. 3. Provide eligible foods at the same price or less than is charged to other customers at the market and/or roadside

stand. 4. Mark or post current prices clearly either on the foods or on a sign next to or in front of foods. 5. Clearly identify or separate eligible foods from ineligible foods. 6. Display the WIC Farmers' Market Nutrition Program stall sign provided by the Indiana FMNP Program. 7. Permit no cash change for purchases that are for an amount less than the FMNP checks. 8. Obtain the FMNP participant's signature on the check upon completion of the transaction. 9. Mark each check with the farmers' vendor I.D. stamp on the front, endorse each check on the back, and submit

checks for payment to the farmer’s bank on or before November 7 of the current year in accordance with procedure established by the Indiana WIC Program.

10. Ensure no state or local taxes are collected on purchases made with FMNP checks. 11. Pay the Indiana WIC Program for any checks redeemed in violation of this agreement. 12. Do not seek restitution from FMNP participants for checks not paid by the Indiana WIC Program. 13. Follow civil rights requirements as outlined in the FMNP Handbook. 14. Notify the Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) FMNP if operation ceases or changes during the season. 15. Allow the state or authorized representatives of the state to monitor operation for compliance with FMNP

requirements, including both overt and covert monitoring. 16. Provide any information the ISDH may require for its periodic reports to Food and Nutrition Service (FNS). 17. If applicable, ensure an attendant is present on the days and times listed on the application as those on which the

farm stand is open.

B. The Indiana WIC program agrees to: 1. Ensure payment of a check submitted by vendor is timely, if vendor meets all the check redemption and submission

requirements. 2. Provide training to vendors on all required program procedures. 3. Provide vendor FMNP stamp and stall sign to new vendors. 4. Provide official clarification of the FMNP Handbook and applicable FMNP rules when requested. 5. Provide written notification of noncompliance observations involving the vendor as described in the FMNP

Handbook.

C. General Conditions: 1. Neither the Indiana WIC Program nor the vendor has an obligation to renew the agreement. 2. The Indiana WIC Program may disqualify or provide other sanctions against a vendor in accordance with policy in

the FMNP Handbook. 3. Sanctions provided against vendor may include a warning letter, an official letter of non-compliance from the state, a

suspension, or disqualification from accepting FMNP checks for one or more seasons. 4. The vendor may appeal a denial of an application, disqualification, or other sanction of a Program violation as set

forth in the FMNP Handbook. 5. The vendor is accountable for the actions of all employees on the premises who are acting on behalf of the vendor

and will accept training and provide training to employees regarding FMNP rules and procedures. 6. The agreement is not assignable or transferable. 7. The vendor may terminate the agreement for any reason. 8. Signing of the agreement constitutes that the vendor has reviewed and agrees to follow the FMNP Handbook. 9. The Indiana WIC Program does not guarantee that participants will redeem checks with the vendors. 10. The state may authorize special exceptions to FMNP rules and procedures involving unique circumstances;

however, such shall not be effective until written notification is received by the vendor.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider. ___________________________________ ___________________________________ ________________________ (Print or type full name) Vendor Signature Date (mm/dd/yyyy)

Signature of Indiana State Department of Health Official (completed by state)

__________________________________________________ _____________________ Indiana State Department of Health FMNP Representative Date (Month/Day/Year)

PRODUCE LIST

Check each item you plan to grow and sell Return with your completed application

Fresh Vegetables __ asparagus __ onions __ beans (pole or bush) __ parsnips __ beets __ peas __ bok choy __ peppers (any variety) __ broccoli __ potatoes __ brussels sprouts __ pumpkin (edible) __ cabbage __ radishes __ carrots __ rhubarb __ cauliflower __ rutabagas __ corn __ scallions __ cucumbers __ soybeans (edible) __ eggplant __ spinach __ garlic __ sprouts __ greens (any variety) __ squash (any variety) __ herbs (cut/edible) __ squash blossoms __ kohlrabi __ sweet potatoes / yams __ leeks __ tomatillos __ lettuce (any variety) __ tomatoes __ lima beans __ turnips __ mushrooms __ watercress __ okra __ zucchini Fresh Fruits __ apples __ huckleberries __ apricots __ melons __ blackberries __ nectarines __ blueberries __ peaches __ cantaloupe __ pears __ cherries __ persimmons __ currants __ plums __ elderberries __ raspberries __ gooseberries __ strawberries __ grapes __ watermelon __ honeydew

MARKET SHEET Tuesday, January 16, 2018

3:22:35 PM

Check each Farmers' Market at which you plan to sell. Return with your completed application. Markets in RED must renew this year or become ineligible for the FMNPs.

CityAddressMarket NameCountyAllen

Historic West Main Street Farmers' Market 1936 W Main St Fort Wayne____

Southside Farmers' Market (FW) 3300 Warsaw St Fort Wayne____

Bartholomew

Columbus Farmers Market 501 Brown St (Cummins parking lot) Columbus____

Boone

Lebanon City Market 105 N Meridian St Lebanon____

Whitestown Farmers' Market 6210 Veterans Drive Whitestown____

Brown

Bean Blossom Farmers' Market corner of SR 135 and SR 45 Bean Blossom____

Cass

Logansport Farmers' Market 4th St & East Market St Logansport____

Clark

Jeffersonville Farmers' Market (Sat) Market St & Mulberry St (Big Four Station park)

Jeffersonville____

Jeffersonville Farmers' Market (Tue) 2014 Allison Lane (Faith Lutheran Church) Jeffersonville____

Clinton

Frankfort Farmers' Market 251 E Clinton St (Ivy Tech parking lot) Frankfort____

Crawford

Town of English Farmers Market 717 SR 64 English____

Dearborn

Dillsboro Farmers' Market Heritage Pointe (corner of Bank St & North St)

Dillsboro____

Lawrenceburg Farmers' Market US 50 (Eads Pkwy) & Park St Lawrenceburg____

Decatur

Main Street Greensburg Farmers' Market 150 Courthouse Square Greensburg____

Delaware

Open Door Health Services Farmers' Market 333 S Madison St Muncie____

Minnetrista Farmers Market 1200 N Minnetrista Pkwy Muncie____

Yorktown Farmers' Market 1901 S Tiger Dr Yorktown____

Elkhart

Goshen Farmers Market 212 W Washington St Goshen____

Nappanee Farmers' Market 401 E Market St (Coppes Commons) Nappanee____

Fayette

Fayette County Farmers' Market 401 N Central Ave Connersville____

Floyd

New Albany Farmers Market 202 E Market St New Albany____

New Albany Farmers Market 2 1850 State St (Floyd Memorial Hospital) New Albany____

Fulton

Fulton County Farmers' Market 822 Main Street (east & west sides of courthouse)

Rochester____

Grant

Grant County Farmers Market-Marion 100 E 3rd St (Courthouse Square) Marion____

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CityAddressMarket NameCountyGreene

Linton Farmers' Market Humphreys Park, State Rd 54 Linton____

Bloomfield Farmer's Market 1 W Main St (west side of courthouse lawn)

Bloomfield____

Hamilton

Noblesville Farmers' Market 205 W Conner St (crnr SR 32 & SR 19, Riverview overflow lot)

Noblesville____

Fishers Farmers' Market 6 Municipal Drive Fishers____

Hancock

Fortville Farmers Market 701 S Maple St Fortville____

Farmers' Market at the Fairgrounds 602 N Apple St Greenfield____

Harrison

Fred Cammack Corydon Farmers' Market 124 S Mulberry St Corydon____

Harrison County Farmers Market 1390 Old Hwy 135 Corydon____

Hendricks

Brownsburg Farmers Market 61 N Green St Brownsburg____

Plainfield Chamber Farmers' Market 105 S East St (SR 267 N & US 40) Plainfield____

Avon Farmers' Market 8244 E US Hwy 36 (Hendricks Regional Health)

Avon____

Danville Farmers' Market 10 S Jefferson St Danville____

Henry

Henry County Farmers' Market 100 S Main St New Castle____

Howard

Kokomo Downtown Farmers' Market Mulberry St & Washington St intersection Kokomo____

Huntington

Huntington County Farmers Market corner of Market St and Warren St Huntington____

Jackson

Seymour Area Farmers' Market Corner Walnut St & St Louis Ave Seymour____

Jefferson

Madison Farmers' Market Main & Broadway (Broadway Fountain) Madison____

Jennings

Jennings County Farmers' Market 604 N State St, Shelter 2 (North Vernon City Park)

North Vernon____

Knox

Vincennes Historic Farmers' Market 102 N 2nd St (Riverfront Pavillion) Vincennes____

Kosciusko

Kosciusko County Farmers' Market 150 W Center St Warsaw____

La Porte

LaPorte Farmers' Market Lincolnway & Monroe St La Porte____

Lagrange

LaGrange Farmers' Market Townline Rd & Detroit St (00Ew & SR 9) LaGrange____

South Milford Farmers' Market 7850 W 750 S South Milford____

Lake

Miller Beach Farmers' Market 667 S Lake St (Rt 12 & Lake) Gary____

Lawrence

Bedford Farmers' Market Courthouse Square 924 16th St (J St side of Courthouse Square)

Bedford____

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CityAddressMarket NameCountyMadison

Anderson City Market 802 E 5th St Anderson____

Pendleton Farmers' Market 299 Falls Park Drive Pendleton____

Marion

Beautify Beech Grove / Emporium Farmers' Market

3535 S Emerson Ave Beech Grove____

Fort Ben Farmers' Market Civic Plaza, 5710 Lawrence Village Pkway Lawrence____

Cumberland Farmers Market 11501 E. Washington St Cumberland____

Irvington Farmers' Market 5301 E St Clair St (Ellenberger Park) Indianapolis____

Garfield Park Farmers' Market near tennis courts, 2505 Conservatory Dr Indianapolis____

38th & Meridian Farmers' Market 3808 N Meridian St Indianapolis____

Market at Hague 7800 N Hague Rd (Lawrence North High School, north parking lot)

Indianapolis____

Original Farmers' Market 222 East Market St Indianapolis____

Broad Ripple Farmers' Market 1115 Broad Ripple Ave Indianapolis____

Marshall

Culver Farmers' Market Culver & Union Township Park, West Pavillion, 819 E Lake Shore Drive

Culver____

Plymouth Farmers Market Corner of Garro & Water Plymouth____

Monroe

Bloomington Community Farmers' Market 401 N Morton St Bloomington____

Bloomington Community Tuesday Farmers' Market

Blooming Foods West, 316 W 6th St Bloomington____

Montgomery

Crawfordsville Farmers Market 100 W Pike St Crawfordsville____

Morgan

Morgan County Farmers' Market-Martinsville Main & Morgan, Downtown Courthouse Square

Martinsville____

Morgan County Farmers' Market-Mooresville Corner of Main St & Monroe St in Friends Church parking lot

Moorseville____

Orange

Orange County HomeGrown - Orleans West side of Congress Square Park Orleans____

Orange County HomeGrown - Valley Market French Lick Town Green Hwy 56 French Lick____

Owen

Owen County Farmers' Market 459 W Morgan St Spencer____

Perry

Tell City Farmers Market 333 7th St (Tell City Depot) Tell City____

Porter

Valparaiso Market Central Park Plaza (63 Lafayette St) Valparaiso____

Posey

Wadesville Farmers Market 7100 Springfield Rd Wadesville____

Mt Vernon Farmers' Market 1006 E 4th St Mt Vernon____

Pulaski

Pulaski County Farmers' Market (Francesville) corner of Gordon St and US 421 Francesville____

Ripley

Ripley County Farmers Market At Osgood 125 S Buckeye St Osgood____

Rush

Heart of Rushville Farmers' and Artisans' 223-227 N Main St Rushville____

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CityAddressMarket NameCountyScott

Scott County Farmer's Market The Heritage Station Train Depot, N Main St

Scottsburg____

Shelby

Shelby County Farmers' Market Shelbyville Public Square, east side Shelbyville____

St. Joseph

South Bend Farmers' Market 1105 Northside Blvd South Bend____

Urban Garden Farmers' Market 1005 Portage Ave South Bend____

Steuben

Steuben County Farmers Market-Wednesday 206 N Wayne St Angola____

Steuben County Farmers Market-Saturday 317 S Wayne St (Community Center parking lot)

Angola____

Tippecanoe

West Lafayette Farmers' Market Cumberland Park, 3065 Salisbury St West Lafayette____

Lafayette Farmers' Market 100 N 5th Street Lafayette____

Vanderburgh

Downtown Evansville Farmers' Market 502 N W 4th St Evansville____

Franklin Street Bazaar 2000 W Franklin St Evansville____

Vigo

Downtown Terre Haute Farmers' Market 860 Terminal Place Alley, 9th & Cherry Terre Haute____

Wabash

North Manchester Farmers' Market 500 E Main St (Wayne & Main, Riverbridge Electric parking lot)

N Manchester____

Wabash County Farmers Market 275 W Market St (Honeywell parking lot) Wabash____

Washington

Washington County Farmers' Market 118 N Fair St Salem____

Wayne

Richmond Farmers' Market 47 N 6th St Richmond____

White

Monticello Farmers' Market - Tuesday 110 N Main St Monticello____

Monticello Farmers' Market - Saturday 1210 N 6th St Monticello____

Whitley

Whitley County Farmers' Market 101 W Van Buren (west side of Town Square)

Columbia City____

Whitley County Farmers' Market-Wednesday Parkview Whitley Hospital, 1260 Indiana Hwy 205

Columbia City____

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WIC and Senior FMNP Handbook for

NEW Market Masters and Growers

2018 Season (June 4 – October 20)

Contents

Definitions ......................................................................................................................................................... 3

Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................... 4

WIC ............................................................................................................................................................ 4

WIC FMNP ................................................................................................................................................. 5

Senior FMNP ............................................................................................................................................. 5

Roles, Responsibilities & Requirements ........................................................................................................... 7

Authorization – Markets, Stands, and Growers........................................................................................ 9

Farmers’ Market ....................................................................................................................................... 9

Market Master .......................................................................................................................................... 9

Grower .................................................................................................................................................... 10

Farm Stands ............................................................................................................................................ 12

2018 Season .................................................................................................................................................... 14

State Contact Information ...................................................................................................................... 14

Important Dates ...................................................................................................................................... 14

2018 Updates .......................................................................................................................................... 14

Program Overview .......................................................................................................................................... 15

Benefits ................................................................................................................................................... 15

Redemption ............................................................................................................................................ 15

Training Material ............................................................................................................................................. 17

Displaying the FMNP Sign ........................................................................................................................... 17

Stamping (Validating) FMNP Checks........................................................................................................... 18

Depositing FMNP Checks ............................................................................................................................ 18

Cancelling .................................................................................................................................................... 18

Program Guidance ...................................................................................................................................... 19

Visual Comparison of Checks ...................................................................................................................... 20

Participant and Grower Complaints ........................................................................................................... 22

Program Monitoring ................................................................................................................................... 22

Program Violations ..................................................................................................................................... 22

Class I....................................................................................................................................................... 23

Class II...................................................................................................................................................... 23

Class III .................................................................................................................................................... 23

Warning ................................................................................................................................................... 24

Suspension .............................................................................................................................................. 24

Disqualification ....................................................................................................................................... 24

Right of Appeal and Appeal Procedure ................................................................................................... 24

Civil Rights ................................................................................................................................................... 25

FMNP Approved Food List .............................................................................................................................. 26

REMEMBER ..................................................................................................................................................... 27

2018 WIC & Senior FMNP Handbook for NEW Market Masters & Growers Page 3 of 27

Definitions

AAA – Area Agency on Aging

CAP Agency – Community Action Program Agency

Eligible foods – fresh, unprocessed, locally-grown fruits and vegetables.

Farmers’ Market – a permanent location, often outdoors, where several growers gather to sell produce

and goods to the public and is under set management with rules and requirements for farmers who

participate.

Farm stand – a permanent location dedicated to the sale of a grower’s produce and goods to the public

that is under the ownership of one grower, a partnership of growers, or a not-for-profit cooperative.

FMNP – Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program.

FNS – USDA Food and Nutrition Services.

Grower – a farmer who grows produce for purchase by the general public.

Ineligible foods – food items that may not be purchased with FMNP checks.

ISDH – Indiana State Department of Health.

Locally grown – grown within the State of Indiana or an adjacent state’s bordering counties.

Market Master – a person who manages, in an official capacity, one or more Farmers’ Markets.

SFMNP – Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program

USDA – United States Department of Agriculture

WIC – Women, Infants and Children

Nondiscrimination statement – In accordance with Federal Law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy,

this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or

disability.

Proxy – individual authorized to make purchases for a participant.


Introduction

The FMNP is the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program. SFMNP is the

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program. Because the rules and operation of both programs are similar,

they are administered together.

Signed into law on July 2, 1992, Public Law 102-314 authorizes the operation of the WIC Farmers’ Market

Nutrition Program (FMNP) under the supervision of the United States Department of Agriculture Food and

Nutrition Service (USDA-FNS).

In 2007, the SFMNP was transferred to USDA-FNS as a program under Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition

Program regulations (7 CFR Part 249).

USDA-FNS and the State of Indiana provide funding for the administration of the Farmers’ Market

Nutrition Programs. The Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH), WIC Division, administers the

Farmers’ Market Nutrition Programs. Nationally, forty-six states or Indian Nations participate in the

WIC/Seniors Farmers’ Market Nutrition Programs.

The programs’ goals are to:

Improve the health of participants by providing access to fresh, nutritious, unprocessed, locally

grown fruits and vegetables.

Raise awareness and increase the use of Farmers’ Markets and farm stands.

7 CFR 248.1

This Handbook explains the roles and responsibilities of farmers (growers) and Market Masters; how to

handle FMNP and SFMNP checks; and where you can get help if you have questions. ISDH is responsible

for ensuring that Market Masters and growers follow the Handbook and utilizes an audit process to assess

compliance.

7 CFR 248.10 7 CFR 249.10

WIC

The Women, Infants and Children’s Program (WIC) is a supplemental food and nutrition program funded

by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). To be eligible for the WIC program, WIC participants must

have a health or nutritional risk and meet income guidelines. The Indiana WIC program currently serves

participants in every county through a statewide network of WIC clinics. The WIC clinics have sponsoring

agencies that are under contractual agreements with the Indiana State Department of Health.

Only foods meeting USDA specified nutritional standards are provided through the WIC program (7 CFR

246.12). These supplemental foods are rich in five nutrients - vitamins A and C, calcium, iron and protein,


which are frequently lacking in the diets of pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and

children at nutritional risk who may be eligible for WIC services.

7 CFR 246.10

After the WIC health professional assesses the health screening information, nutrition and health

behaviors, and selects a food package to meet the needs of each participant, benefits will be issued on an

EBT (Electronic Benefit Transfer) card. Participants are advised on how they can redeem their food checks

for these supplemental foods at authorized WIC retail vendors (grocery and convenience stores, Walmart,

etc.). Note: WIC EBT for fresh or frozen fruits and vegetables MAY NOT be used to purchase fresh produce

from Farmers’ Markets or stands.

7 CFR 246.11 7.CFR 248.9

WIC FMNP

The WIC FMNP provides a once-per-season benefit to qualifying households who wish to participate. WIC

participants who are FMNP recipients receive nutrition education on how to improve and expand their

diets by adding fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as educating them on how to select, store and prepare

the fresh fruits and vegetables. WIC participants may be asked at a clinic appointment if they want to

participate in in the WIC FMNP. Some WIC clinics do not offer the WIC FMNP.

In order to participate in WIC FMNP, one or more individuals in a household must be enrolled in WIC. Each

eligible household receives a booklet of checks. Checks must be used during the market season. WIC

participants may have proxies spend their checks for them.

7 CFR 248.6(a) 7 CFR 246.12(1)

Senior FMNP

The Indiana Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) began in 2002 under the Indiana WIC

program. Indiana WIC partners with the Family and Social Services Administration Division on Aging and

the local area agencies on aging (AAAs) or CAP agency to serve eligible seniors. The AAAs determine

eligibility, provide nutrition education, and distribute checks to participating, income-eligible seniors.

Interested seniors should contact their local AAA for information. Not every county participates in the

SFMNP.

To be eligible for the SFMNP, one must be a senior 60 or over, or a designated disabled person enrolled at

select Area Agency on Aging programs in Indiana. The Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

provides income-eligible seniors with checks to purchase fresh produce at approved Farmers’ Markets and

stands. Each eligible senior receives a booklet of checks. Checks must be used during the market season.

SFMNP participants may have proxies spend their checks for them.


The sixteen local agencies that participate in the SFMNP are listed in the table below.

7 CFR 249.9 7 CFR 249.6(a)(1) 7 CFR 249.6(f) 7 CFR 249.3(d)

Area Agency Phone Service Area*

1 Northwest Indiana Community Action Corp. 219.794.1829 OR 800.826.7871

Lake, Porter, Newton, Jasper Pulaski, Starke

2 REAL Services, Inc. 574.284.2644 OR 800.552.7928)

La Porte, St. Joseph, Elkhart, Marshall, Kosciusko

3 Aging and In-Home Services of Northeast Indiana, Inc.

260.745.1200 OR 800.552.3662

Adams, Allen, DeKalb, Huntington, Lagrange, Noble, Steuben, Wells, Whitley

4 Area IV Agency on Aging & Community Action Programs, Inc.

765.447.7683 OR 800.382.7556

Benton, Carroll, Clinton, Fountain, Montgomery, Tippecanoe, Warren, White

5 Area Five Agency on Aging & Community Services, Inc.

574.722.4451 OR 800.654.9421

Cass, Fulton, Howard, Miami, Tipton, Wabash

6 LifeStream Services, Inc. 765.759.1121 OR 800.589.1121

Blackford, Delaware, Grant, Henry, Jay, Madison, Randolph

7 Area 7 Agency on Aging 812.238.1561 Clay, Parke, Putnam, Sullivan, Vermillion, Vigo

8 CICOA Aging and In-Home Solutions 317.254.5465 OR 800.432.2422

Boone, Hamilton, Hancock, Hendricks, Johnson, Marion, Morgan, Shelby

9 LifeStream Services, Inc. 765.759.1121 OR 800.589.1121

Fayette, Franklin, Rush, Union, Wayne

10 Area 10 Agency on Aging 812.876.3383 OR 800.844.1010

Monroe, Owen

11 Thrive Alliance 812.372.6918 OR 866.644.6407

Bartholomew, Brown, Decatur, Jackson, Jennings

12 LifeTime Resources, Inc. 812.432.6200 OR 800.742.5001

Dearborn, Jefferson, Ohio, Ripley, Switzerland

13 Generations, Vincennes University Statewide Services

812-888-5880 OR 800.742.9002

Daviess, Dubois, Greene, Knox, Martin, Pike

14 LifeSpan Resources, Inc. 33 State Street, Third Floor New Albany, IN 47151

812.948.8330 OR 888.948.8330

Clark, Floyd, Harrison, Scott

15 Lincoln Hills Development Corporation 812.547.3435 Crawford, Perry

16 SWIRCA and More 16 W. Virginia Street Evansville, IN 47737

812.464.7800 OR 800.253.2188

Gibson, Posey, Spencer, Vanderburgh, Warrick

* SFMNP is not available in all counties within a service area. Applicants should contact the Local Agency

listed above for more information.


Roles, Responsibilities & Requirements

Department of Health (ISDH) Market Masters

Receive and provide training on FMNP.

Ensure that authorized growers comply

with program rules at the market.

Notify ISDH FNMP of any changes such as

days or hours of operation, opening,

closing, location, or Market Master.

Understand roles and responsibilities.

Provide training to new Market Masters,

growers, and local agency staff.

Manage and approve market and grower

applications.

Assign identification numbers to

authorized growers.

Provide market reports to markets, listing

authorized growers.

Provide market and stand listings to local

agencies and participants.

Provide technical assistance to Market

Masters, growers and local agencies.

Monitor markets, farm stands, growers,

and growing locations to ensure program

compliance.

Ensure proper payment to authorized

growers for properly stamped checks.

Provide information to Market Masters,

growers, and local agency staff to facilitate

collaboration.

Attend market meetings upon request.

Growers

Display the FMNP sign clearly each day at

the market or farm stand.

Sell only eligible foods to FMNP

participants.

Separate eligible foods from ineligible

foods.

Do not give cash or change for FMNP

purchases.

Do not charge sales tax for FMNP

purchases.

Stamp and endorse FMNP checks correctly

using the provided, four-digit stamp.

Deposit FMNP checks by November 7.

Do not seek payment from FMNP

participants for checks not paid.

Understand roles and responsibilities.

Notify ISDH FMNP of any changes such

growing location.

If applicable, notify ISDH FMNP of any

change in days or hours of operation,

opening, closing, or location of a farm

stand.


Local Agencies

Receive training from ISDH.

Provide nutrition education to WIC or Senior FMNP participants that specifically targets

fresh fruits and vegetables and addresses the special nutrition needs of the demographic.

Provide instruction to WIC or Senior FMNP participants on program rules.

Issue checks in sequential order.

Complete check registers properly.

Submit register pages to the banking partner as instructed.

At the end of the season, submit all remaining register pages promptly.

Receive, verify, and allocate checks and check registers.

Keep checks and registers securely stored at all times.

Maintain accurate and complete records of all activities.

Provide data, reports, and feedback to ISDH upon request.


Authorization – Markets, Stands, and Growers

In order to make access to fresh fruits and vegetables easier for WIC and Senior participants, Indiana authorizes growers to accept WIC and Senior checks at farm stands. Every grower intending to participate in the FMNP must belong to an authorized Farmers’ Market or authorized farm stand. Growers authorized to accept WIC FMNP checks are automatically authorized to accept SFMNP checks at authorized markets and farm stands. Checks are processed in the same manner. All procedures, rules, violations, and sanctions apply to both programs. The ISDH FMNP authorizes Farmers’ Markets, farm stands, and growers. Both the location and the grower must be authorized in order to be able to accept checks. 7 CFR 248.10(a)(1) 7 CFR 249.10(a)(2)

Farmers’ Market

In order to become an authorized Farmers’ Market, a market must have:

A Market Master or representative who completes the Market Application at least every three years

and serves as a contact person for State FMNP staff. A new Market Master must attend a training

session with State FMNP staff or an authorized Market Master prior to the start of the season.

Training must be documented.

A minimum of 3 produce growers willing to participate in the FMNP, complete an application, attend

training (unless already an authorized grower), and follow the FMNP Handbook.

Defined days and hours of operation at a permanent location.

Display authorized vendor poster.

7 CFR 248.10(a)(4)

7 CFR 249.10(a)(7)

7 CFR 248.10(a)(5)

7 CFR 249.10(a)(8)

Market Master

The Market Master completes State form 52586 “Application and Agreement for Farmers’ Market

Nutrition Program (FMNP) Indiana Farmers’ Market” to request authorization for the Farmers’ Market to

participate in the program. The Application Agreement section outlines the responsibilities of a Market

Master to ensure the Farmers’ Market follows federal regulations. This agreement is required by USDA

and is necessary before the Farmers’ Market may be authorized Once approved by ISDH FMNP, the

Agreement is valid for three seasons, unless a new Market Master is named.


The Market Master agrees to:

Assist the State and local WIC offices by helping local farmers learn how they may participate in the

FMNP.

Provide annual training to FMNP-authorized growers who participate in the market.

Provide ISDH FMNP with the bylaws of the Farmers’ Market upon request.

Assist the state and local WIC offices with communication and documentation of training for growers.

Ensure that growers comply with FMNP rules.

Grower

The ISDH FMNP does not restrict the number of growers that can be authorized for the FMNP or require

that the farmer reside within the same county where the Farmers’ Market is located in order to be eligible

for authorization. Authorized growers who consistently redeem less than $50 per season will not be

reauthorized.

Eligibility Requirements and Application In order to become an authorized grower, a farmer must:

Reside within Indiana or in an adjacent county that borders Indiana.

Grow a majority (51% over the season) of the produce (fruits, vegetable, and edible herbs) offered for

sale. The 51% majority may include produce grown by the farmer, produce grown under the direction

of the farmer, and produce grown under a cooperative program. Produce not grown in this manner

(no more than 49%) must be purchased directly from another farmer who grows locally. Individuals,

who exclusively sell produce grown by someone else, such as wholesale distributors, cannot be

authorized to participate in the FMNP. A market’s rule allowing brokered items does not affect this

requirement.

Attend a training session provided by a Market Master or State-designated representative designed to

answer questions and address FMNP compliance (new growers only). Growers who have participated

in the past may use this Handbook as the required annual training.

Complete and sign the current version of state form 52585 “Application and Agreement for Farmers to

Participate in the WIC Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (FMNP)” and return it to the address below.

The Agreement section outlines responsibilities as a grower selling produce at either an approved

Farmers’ Market or an approved farm stand. Once approved by ISDH, the Agreement is valid for three

seasons. Growers who submit completed applications, meet the criteria of the program, and receive a

copy of the Agreement, signed by the Indiana WIC FMNP Representative, will be authorized to accept

FMNP checks.


Ensure that at the beginning of each day locally grown fruit and/or vegetable products are displayed

and offered for sale in the grower’s market stall or farm stand. Locally grown is defined as grown

within Indiana or an adjoining state’s bordering counties. Non-locally grown fresh fruits and

vegetables cannot be displayed or offered for sale unless the FMNP eligible produce is clearly marked

as locally grown. An authorized farmer may operate other Farmers’ Market stalls independent of the

FMNP stall. Only locally grown fruits, vegetables and edible herbs can be sold for FMNP or Senior

FMNP checks.

Post the ISDH FMNP stall sign at the Authorized Farmers’ Market and, if applicable, the grower’s farm

stand. This helps participants find authorized farmers.

Only accept WIC and Senior FMNP checks at ISDH FMNP authorized markets or authorized farm stands.

The FMNP checks can only be used at authorized markets and farm stands, and by authorized farmers.

Authorized farmers may not redeem checks outside of the authorized Farmers’ Market and/or

authorized farm stand, i.e. at their personal farm stand (not authorized) or at an unauthorized Farmers’

Market.

Upon approval, the grower will receive:

an identification number stamp to use on checks submitted for payment, and

an authorized vendor sign.

A grower is not authorized to accept checks until both of the above are in the grower’s possession.

An approved Agreement with the State does not guarantee that a grower may participate in the FMNP at a

Farmers’ Market. Participation rests with the grower’s compliance to the locally governed Farmers’

Market rules. It is essential that contact be made with the Market Master or market sponsor for

information on eligibility requirements for the specific local market.

Renewal Applications

A grower who is renewing an application will not receive a new stamp. If a stamp and/or sign are lost,

damaged, or stolen, please contact ISDH FMNP to request replacement.

7 CFR 248.10 7 CFR 249.10


Completed applications may be submitted by:

Mail: Indiana State Department of Health Attn: FMNP Coordinator2 North Meridian Street, 5th Floor Indianapolis, Indiana 46204 Fax: 317-233-5609 E-mail: [email protected] (please provide all pages in an attachment in PDF format) New Grower Training

Growers play a vital role in the FMNP. All new growers are required to receive training prior to

authorization to participate in the FMNP. The training must be documented. Documentation should

include the date and time of the training, the agenda, and the names and signatures of those who

attended. There are options for training:

Attend a telephone conference training session provided an FMNP Representative.

Attend a training session held by a local authorized market’s Market Master.

Arrange a one on one training session with a local Market Master or FMNP representative.

* If training is provided by a Market Master, verification of training should be submitted to the State FMNP

Coordinator.

7 CFR 248.10(a)(4) 7 CFR 249.10(a(7)

Farm Stands

Authorization of farm stands is based on need in a particular area where no or few Farmers’ Markets are

located. Farm stands can be authorized to provide WIC and Senior participants an opportunity to use their

FMNP checks. Authorized farm stands that consistently do little or no FMNP business (less than $50 a

season) will not be reauthorized. Farm stand authorization will be assessed based on the following

criteria:

There is no authorized Farmers’ Market within five miles of the farm stand.

The local WIC or Senior agency requests approval because it provides or enhances a benefit to

participants (must be documented). The local agency may make the request by e-mail and should

include justification for the request.

mailto:[email protected]


FMNP authorized farm stands must:

Be located in Indiana, in participating counties.

Be at least five (5) miles from the nearest authorized Farmers’ Market (unless an override is granted by

ISDH).

Belong to an authorized grower.

Be listed on the authorized grower’s application.

Grow and offer for sale a variety of FMNP eligible fruits, vegetables and edible herbs.

Have a permanent location dedicated to the sale of a grower’s produce and goods.

Have defined hours of operation, which must be posted.

Have a full time attendant during hours of operation as listed on the grower’s application. The “honor

system” may not be used during the days and times the grower provided to ISDH that the stand will be

open to accept WIC and Senior FMNP checks.


2018 Season

State Contact Information

Mailing Address: Indiana WIC FMNP Coordinator 2 North Meridian Street, 5th Floor Indianapolis, Indiana 46204 Email: [email protected] Phone: (800)522-0874

Important Dates

May 16, 24, 30 Conference calls for NEW growers and Market Masters

April 18, 19 Conference calls for WIC and Senior Local Agencies

June 1 Last day applications are accepted for NEW markets

June 1 Last day renewal applications are accepted

June 4 – September 30 WIC and Senior FMNP participants receive checks

June 4 First day to spend WIC and Senior FMNP checks

September 1 Last day applications are accepted for NEW growers

October 20 Last day to spend WIC and Senior FMNP checks

November 7 Last day to deposit WIC and Senior FMNP checks

2018 Updates

WIC FMNP checks are green.

Senior FMNP checks are gray.

mailto:[email protected]


Program Overview

Benefits

Reinforces the message that eating more fruits and vegetables can improve health.

Educates WIC families and seniors on nutrition and provides resources on the prevention of chronic

disease.

Promotes Indiana-grown produce.

Increases sales for Indiana growers.

Redemption

Eligible participants will receive checks sometime between June 12, 2017 and September 30, 2017. Each

WIC clinic and local agency for seniors determines the dates and times of check distribution within their

service areas. Participants must use FMNP checks no earlier than June 4, 2018 and no later than October

20, 2018.

Participants may use FMNP checks only with authorized farmers at authorized Farmers’ Markets and farm

stands. Authorized farmers, markets, and stands display an authorized vendor sign provided by the ISDH

FMNP. In general, participants frequent growers who display the authorized vendor sign.

7 CFR 248.10(a)(1) 7 CFR 249.10(a)(2)


Counties with participating Farmers’ Markets and/or farm stands:

Lake Porter

LaPorte St. Joseph Elkhart

Newton

Jasper

Starke

Marshall

Kosciusko

Pulaski Fulton

LaGrange Steuben

Noble DeKalb

AllenWhitley

AdamsWells

Hunting-

tonWabashMiami

CassWhite

CarrollBenton

Tippecanoe

Warren

Howard

Grant

Blackford Jay

Randolph

DelawareMadison

ClintonTipton

FountainMontgomery

BooneHamilton

Verm

illio

n Parke

PutnamHendricks Hancock

Henry

Wayne

UnionFayette

Franklin

Rush

Shelby

Decatur

JohnsonVigo Clay

Owen

Morgan

Sullivan

Monroe Brown Bartholomew

Dearborn

Ripley

Jennings

Jackson

Lawrence

Martin

Daviess

Ohio

SwitzerlandJefferson

Clark

Washington

Orange

Dubois

FloydHarrison

Knox

Crawford

Perry

Spencer

Warrick

Pike

Gibson

PoseyVander-

burgh

Marion

Greene

Scott


Training Material

FMNP checks may be accepted only by an authorized grower or his employee/family member for the

purchase of eligible foods. Participants will present FMNP checks, and sign them, after selecting the items

they wish to purchase. Compare the signature on the FMNP check with the signature on the participant’s

ID folder (WIC) or ID (SFMNP). The final step in validating a check is to stamp it with your vendor stamp.

This may be done any time prior to submitting it to the bank for deposit. Checks containing all necessary

information may be deposited in the bank for payment. Important: You must have a WIC or Senior FMNP

participant’s signature on each check in order to receive payment for the check. It may be difficult or

impossible to locate the participant later, so it is critical to get the signature when the participant is

present and you are accepting the check.

Displaying the FMNP Sign

Display the “WIC & Senior Farmers’ Market Checks Accepted Here” sign each day you sell at a market or farm stand. 7 CFR 248.10(a)(5) 7 CFR 249.10(a)(8)

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Stamping (Validating) FMNP Checks

Place the State-issued vendor (grower) stamp in the lower right corner on the front of the check. Ensure

the impression is made right-side up.

All checks must be stamped before depositing into your bank.

NO HANDWRITTEN NUMBERS! If your stamp is lost, stolen, or damaged, request a new one from the State

FMNP Coordinator.

Checks may be rejected by our banking partner if the number is handwritten or cannot be read.

Depositing FMNP Checks

Deadline

FMNP checks may be deposited any time after the participant signs the checks, and it is stamped and

endorsed by the farmer.

Please note: Some banks require you to have a business account to cash ANY type of WIC check.

All checks must have an authorized vendor stamp issued by the Indiana State Department of Health, FMNP

program and the grower’s signature. Stamp numbers should be clearly legible, or they will not scan at the

bank. Please stamp properly to avoid having your checks rejected.

Deposit checks frequently, preferably no less than every two weeks.

All checks must be deposited by November 7.

Before depositing, treat checks like cash and store them in a secure, locked location.

Checks will not be replaced if lost or stolen.

Expired Checks

Will not be paid or accepted.

Will be returned with the message, “Do not redeposit.”

Cancelling

To ensure a check may not be deposited if it needs to be voided:

Punch holes in the check or

Rubber-stamp it to make it illegible.


Program Guidance

Only eligible foods may be purchase with FMNP checks.

Eligible for sale:

fresh,

locally grown,

not processed or prepared beyond their natural state except for the usual harvesting and cleaning

processes,

fruits, vegetables, edible herbs.

Unusual fruits, vegetables or edible herbs not listed may be sold with the permission of the State. If a

grower, Market Master, or a local agency office has a question regarding the eligibility of an item,

contact the State FMNP Coordinator (see State Contact Information on page 14). The list of eligible

fruits and vegetables is at the end of this Handbook.

Not eligible for sale:

Non-locally grown fresh fruits and or/vegetables.

Processed fruit or vegetable products such as jams, jellies, syrups, popcorn, juices/ciders, and baked

goods of any kind, including fruit pies and breads. (Processing includes anything other than the normal

harvesting and cleaning of produce.)

Other ineligible items: dried beans/peas, flowers, honey, eggs, milk, cheese, ornamental corn,

miniature pumpkins, gourds, nuts, and plants.

Cash, change, credits, or refunds are not allowed. FMNP checks are never to be exchanged for cash.

Change, credits, or refunds are never to be given to a customer using only FMNP checks. Do not give

change if the purchase price is under $8.00 (WIC) or under $5.00 (Senior). Participants using a

combination of checks and cash may be given change directly related to the amount of cash used. Any

purchase for more than the amount of the FMNP check(s) must be paid by the participant.

Growers may assist FMNP participants to maximize the use of their FMNP checks by offering additional

fruits and vegetables if the total purchase is less than the FMNP check.

FMNP authorized growers are prohibited from cashing FMNP checks accepted by a non-authorized farmer

or exchanging checks for money.

Mark or post current prices clearly either on the foods or on a sign next to or in front of foods.

No sales tax on FMNP purchases.


Practice nondiscrimination. FMNP growers shall maintain nondiscriminatory sales transaction

procedures, including, but not limited to acceptance of FMNP checks in the same manner as required of all

customers using personal checks.

7 CFR 248.10(d)

7 CFR 249.10(d)

Visual Comparison of Checks

As an authorized FMNP grower, you can accept checks from both the WIC and Senior FMNP. Each

program issues its own FMNP checks. The checks look slightly different from each other because they are

for separate programs. To help eliminate confusion, they are printed in two different colors. Check colors

change from year to year to make it easier for a vendor to detect an expired check. For the 2018 season

WIC checks are green and Senior checks are gray. Checks from previous seasons will not be paid. Make

sure checks accepted are for the current season.

WIC FMNP check 2018 (green)

1 Amount per check. No

change or cash can be

given back.

2 First day and last day to

use.

3 Where to stamp check

with authorized four-digit

number.

Senior FMNP check 2018 (gray)


Back side of all FMNP checks for 2018

IMPORTANT:Remember to sign the check on the back, as you would any other check, before depositing into the bank. 7 CFR 248.10(h)(3) 7 CFR 249.10(h)(3)


Participant and Grower Complaints

Anyone (participant, Market Master, grower) who has a complaint regarding any aspect of the FMNP may

contact the Indiana FMNP Coordinator at 1-800-522-0874.

Market Masters and growers must refer all FMNP participants who have complaints about the Farmers’

Market, farm stand, or grower to the local WIC office ISDH FMNP.

7 CFR 248.10(j) 7 CFR 249.10(j)

Program Monitoring

A FMNP representative will visit local Farmers’ Markets and farm stands unannounced to identify any

problems or misunderstandings as well as to determine if additional guidance may be needed by growers,

Market Masters, or participants. If noncompliance is discovered, the non-compliant authorized grower

will be notified in writing by ISDH FMNP. “Compliance buys” will be used as a means of identifying

growers who violate the program requirements by overcharging, providing change, selling unauthorized

foods, and/or providing non-food items in exchange for FMNP checks.

If fresh fruits and vegetables are displayed and/or offered for sale in an authorized grower’s stall or farm

stand and the point-of-origin is in question (whether or not it is locally grown produce), an on-site

inspection of the production area may be conducted by FMNP staff. If an inspection is required, the

authorized vendor will be required to comply with the following:

When produce is declared to have been grown by an authorized grower, he/she shall provide

directions to the growing site, and grant permission for FMNP staff to conduct an inspection of the site.

When produce is purchased for resale or on consignment from another local producer, valid records

containing the following information shall be presented upon request:

o name, address, and phone number of the producer,

o date of purchase or consignment,

o location of the growing site, and

o quantity of each item purchased or consigned.

7 CFR 248.10(e) 7 CFR 249.10(e)

Program Violations

Failure to adhere to program rules can result in non-payment, warning, suspension or disqualification from

participation in the FMNP. Growers and Market Masters who are identified and documented as having


violated the program rules will receive “Indiana Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (FMNP/SFMNP) Notice

of Disqualification, Suspension, or Non-approval”

There are three levels of violations and associated sanctions:

Class I

Failure to display the vendor FMNP sign appropriately.

Class I violations will result in a warning from ISDH FMNP to the grower.

Class II

Noncompliance with FMNP rules and procedures as outlined in the FMNP Handbook or Application and

Agreement, which are not specifically identified as Class I or III.

Abusive treatment of WIC participants, family, and WIC staff (i.e. verbal, and other).

Accepting FMNP checks at a location other than an authorized Farmers’ Market or authorized farm

stand.

Not identifying non-locally produced fresh fruits or vegetables for sale at a FMNP identified stall.

Two (2) Class I violations.

Class II violations will result in a citation of non-compliance from ISDH FMNP to the grower.

Class III

Failure to permit or comply with procedures regarding inspection of evidence when local production is

in question.

Accepting FMNP checks for non-locally grown fruits and/or vegetables or other ineligible items.

Cashing FMNP Checks for a non-authorized vendor.

Charging WIC participants more than the posted price for any item charging for items not received or

participating in other discriminatory practices.

Continued participation in the FMNP during a period of suspension, including acceptance or evidence

of intent to accept FMNP checks.

Failure to treat participants, their families, local agency staff, or FMNP representative(s) in a respectful

manner.

Failure to provide truthful information.

Two Class II violations.

Class III violations will result in suspension and possible disqualification from the program.


Warning

A warning is a written notification of an observation made during a monitoring visit so that the grower

may correct the deficiency. (Example: failure to display the FMNP vendor sign.)

Suspension

Suspensions will be in force for a maximum of 15 days and will be used to insure the grower has adequate

time to appeal Class III violation notices. If the event leading to the suspension is substantiated, the

grower will be automatically disqualified at the conclusion of the suspension period. If the event leading

to the suspension is not substantiated, the suspension is immediately lifted. During the period of

suspension, the cited grower will refrain from participating in the FMNP anywhere within the State.

Disqualification

Disqualification will follow the suspension period if a Class III violation is substantiated. The disqualified

grower is required to return his/her vendor ID stamp and stall sign(s) to ISDH FMNP within 15 days of

receipt of the disqualification notice.

A grower who has been disqualified at any point in the season will be disqualified from program

participation for the remainder of that season and the following full season.

At the conclusion of any disqualification period, the grower may reapply for authorization.

Upon reauthorization, the vendor will serve in a probationary status for one full program season.

Any single substantiated Class II or Class III violation obtained during the probationary period will serve as

grounds for automatic disqualification.

Right of Appeal and Appeal Procedure

The WIC FMNP program provides vendors/growers certain rights, which include:

The right to voluntarily withdraw from the FMNP at any time, except if it is to avoid disqualification

resulting from program violations.

The right to file a complaint against a WIC or Senior participant or another authorized vendor/grower.

The right to receive advance notice of a suspension, termination, or non-approval.

The right to request a hearing on an adverse action allowable under CFR 246.18.

The right to be represented by counsel.


A written request for appeal must be sent to the WIC Director, Indiana State Department of Health, 2 North Meridian St., Section 5E, Indianapolis, IN 46204 within 15 days of your receipt of a “Notice of Disqualification, Suspension, or Non-approval”. Hearings will take place in Indianapolis before an Administrative Law Judge. Hearings will be conducted in an informal manner during which the vendor/grower and the FMNP representative are allowed to present their cases. The Administrative Law Judge’s decision will be based on the oral and documentary evidence presented and the statutory and regulatory provisions governing the WIC FMNP. 7 CFR 248.10(k) 7 CFR 249.10(k)

Civil Rights

In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.), should contact the Agency (State or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English. To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, (AD-3027) found online at: http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) Mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) Fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) Email: [email protected]. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. 7 CFR 248.7 7 CFR 249.7


FMNP Approved Food List

Fresh Vegetables

Asparagus

Beans

Beets

Bok Choy

Broccoli

Brussels sprouts

Cabbage

Carrots

Cauliflower

Corn

Cucumbers

Edible Soybeans

Eggplant

Garlic

Greens (any variety)

Herbs (cut/edible)

Kohlrabi

Leeks

Lettuce (any variety)

Lima Beans

Mushrooms

Okra

Onions

Parsnips

Peas

Peppers (any variety)

Potatoes

Pumpkins (edible)

Radishes

Rhubarb

Rutabagas

Scallions

Spinach

Sprouts

Squash (any variety)

Squash Blossoms

Sweet Potatoes/Yams

Tomatillos

Tomatoes

Turnips

Watercress

Zucchini

Fresh Fruits

Apples

Apricots

Blackberries

Blueberries

Cantaloupe

Cherries

Currants

Elderberries

Gooseberries

Grapes

Honeydew

Huckleberries

Melons

Nectarines

Peaches

Pears

Persimmons

Plums

Raspberries

Strawberries

Watermelon

REMEMBER

Post the laminated sign each time you are at the market or farm stand.

Each sign contains an authorization sticker with your 4-digit FMNP Identification Number and the years

you are authorized.

If you already have a stamp from last year, you will not be receiving another. Self-inking stamps may

be re-inked and will not be replaced when out of ink. Wooden stamps require you use a stamp pad.

All FMNP checks must have the stamped farmer’s 4-digit FMNP I.D. number entered in the white box

on the face of the check, before the checks are deposited.

All FMNP checks must have the grower’s endorsement (signature) on the back.

Deposit checks at least every 2 weeks and not after November 7.

At the market / stand

Display your sign!

Post prices.

NO: sales tax, change, refunds.

Separate eligible from ineligible or mark those WIC-approved.

NO: meat, eggs, honey, cut produce, cheese, bread, milk.

Keep this Handbook handy.

Train your employees every year.

On behalf of Indiana WIC and the Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program, thank you for your participation!

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