Using FMNP Coupons at the Farmers’ Market
Using Food Stamps (EBT) to Shop at Farmers’ Markets
Usando Cheques de WIC para Verduras y Frutas en el Mercado de Agricultores
1. Look for vendors with signs “We gladly accept NYS Farmers’ Market Checks.”
1. Visit the Market Manager to swipe your EBT card.
1. Busque mesas con signos “We gladly accept NYS WIC Vegetables & Fruits checks.”
2. Pick out your produce. Remember that FMNP coupons are all worth $4. 3. Hand your FMNP coupon to the farmer just as you would with cash. 4. Cash cannot be given as change for FMNP coupons. 5. You can use cash with the FMNP coupons to pay for purchases over $4. 6. FMNP coupons can only be used for fresh fruits and vegetables.
Using WIC Fruit & Vegetable Checks at the Farmers’ Market 1. Look for vendors with signs “We accept WIC Vegetables & Fruits checks.” 2. Pick out your produce. Your checks can be used for any fresh fruits and vegetables, except herbs.
2. The Market Manager will give you tokens in the amount of money you charge to your card. 3. Most tokens are $1 each, some are $5. 4. Look for vendors with EBT signs, or ask vendors if they accept EBT tokens. 5. You cannot receive change for your tokens. Farmers will round the amount of product to equal whole dollars. 6. Only approved products can be purchased: vegetables, fruit, meats, eggs, cheese, dairy, processed food (jam, pickles, etc.), culinary herbs, spices, mushrooms, baked goods/bread, maple syrup, honey, vegetable transplants, and fruit trees. * WIC Vegetable and Fruit Checks are different from FMNP Coupons. Be sure to look for the correct signs while shopping, or just ask your farmers before you buy! Remember you cannot combine two or more WIC vegetables and fruits checks.
3. Know the value of your check. If your produce totals less than the value of the check, choose more produce to equal the check value. 4. When you are ready to pay for your produce, show the farmer your WIC ID Card. The farmer will check to make sure your ID matches the information on your check. 5. Fill in your check with the date, amount being paid, and your signature.
2. Escoja su producto. Sus cheques se pueden utilizar para cualquier tipo de frutas y verduras frescas, excepto las hierbas. 3. Conozca el valor de su cheque. Si su productos asciende a menos que el valor del cheque, elegir más productos para igualar el valor de comprobación. 4. Cuando esté listo para pagar por sus productos, muestran al agricultor su tarjeta de identificación de WIC. El agricultor se compruebe su identificación coincide con la información en su cheque. 5. Escriba la fecha en su cheque, la cantidad y su firma.
El Uso de Estampillas de Comida (EBT) para Hacer Compras en el Mercado de Agricultores 1. Visite el Market Manager para pasar su tarjeta EBT. 2. El Director de Mercado le dará fichas de madera en la cantidad de dinero que cobra a su tarjeta. 3. La mayoría de las fichas son $1 cada uno, algunos son de $5.
El uso de Cupones FMNP en el Mercado de Agricultores 1. Vaya a las mesas con signos “We gladly accept NYS Farmers’ Market Checks” 2. Escoja su producto. Recuerde que todos los cupones FMNP vale $4. Entregue su cupón FMNP al Agricultor tal como lo haría con dinero en efectivo. 3. El dinero efectivo no se puede dar como un cambio de cupones de FMNP. 4. Dinero efectivo se puede dar con cupones FMNP para pagar las compras que son más de $4. 5. Cupones de FMNP sólo pueden ser utilizados para las frutas y verduras frescas.
4. Usted no puede recibir el cambio de sus fichas, por lo que los agricultores van a redondear la cantidad de producto a dólares enteros. 5. Busque vendedores con signos de EBT, o pregunte a vendedores si aceptan fichas EBT. 6. Sólo productos aprobados se pueden comprar: verduras, frutas, carnes, huevos, quesos, lácteos, alimentos procesados (mermeladas, encurtidos, etc.), hierbas culinarias, especias, setas, productos de panadería / pan, miel de maple, miel, los trasplantes de hortalizas y árboles frutales. * Los cheques de Vegetales y Frutas de WIC son diferentes de cupones de FMNP. ¡Asegúrese de buscar las señales correctas al ir de compras, o simplemente pregunte a sus agricultores antes de comprar! Recuerde que usted no puede combinar dos o más cheques de verduras y frutas de WIC.
Why Eat Local? EAT LOCAL BUY LOCAL: Eating local supports farm-
ers in your community and boosts your local economy, especially during the peak of the growing season. Help to support restaurants that feature local foods on their menus. You can also buy a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) share or split the cost of a share with another family.
EAT TOGETHER: Eating together builds strong family relationships and helps develop healthy lifestyles. Aim for eating 3 or more meals a week together. Shop for food and cook together as a family. Make your meal quickly, but eat it slowly. EAT WELL:
Eating local helps you to eat well. Eating well helps keep your family healthier and reduces the risk of chronic disease and obesity.
Gerald J. Skoda Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754
TEL: (845) 292-6180 FAX: (845) 292-4946
[email protected] sullivancce.org
Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County offers a variety of educational programs, including those on food and nutrition. Learn to prepare more nutritious meals, shop on a budget, adopt better eating habits, increase daily physical activity, and more! Contact Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County to learn about upcoming classes offered in your community.
Sullivan County Public Health Services 50 Community Lane, PO Box 590 Liberty, New York 12754 TEL: (845) 292-5910 FAX: (845) 513-2276 The mission of the local County Health Department – Sullivan County Public Health Services, is to prevent illness and disease, and to protect and promote public health within the framework of New York State Public Health law. Funding for this project was made possible in part by a Sullivan Renaissance Environmental Initiatives Grant.
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Farmers’ Market DIRECTORY
Sundays in the fall from 11am - 4pm August 30th, September 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th Hurd Road Bethel, NY 12720 Market Manager: Meghan Stalter
[email protected] www.bethelwoodscenter.org
Indoor Market
North Street & Jefferson St. • Ted Stroeble Parking Lot Monticello, NY 12701 Market Manager: Catskill Mountainkeeper (845) 439-1230
[email protected] www.catskillmountainkeeper.org
November 15th – April 24th Sundays from 11am – 2pm with a few exceptions see: www.facebook.com/SCFMA
The Eat Healthy Farmers’ Market at the Government Center in Monticello, NY works to increase access to healthy, local foods for underserved populations.
8 Creamery Road • Delaware Youth Center Callicoon, NY Market Manager: Wendee Greene (866) 270-2015
[email protected] www.sullivancountyfarmersmarkets.org
Rock Hill Farmers’ Market
Sullivan County Farmers’ Markets Association
May 16 – October 31 Saturdays from 10am – 1pm
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3385 State Route 97 Located behind The River Market Barryville, NY 12719 HOLIDAY Market
November 21st & December 19th 10am – 1pm Shohola Firehouse • Shohola, PA Market Manager: Greg Swartz (570) 224-8013
[email protected] www.barryvillefarmersmarket.com Barryville Farmers’ Market is an open air market featuring local products. At the market you’ll find fruit, vegetables, herbs, milk, yogurt, cheese, meat, eggs, prepared foods, baked goods, bread, jam, wine, cut flowers, handcrafted soap, apothecary goods, artisan crafts, and more! FMNP SFMP
Accepted Programs Code: FMNP SFMP SNAP WIC
Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Women, Infants and Children
The Harvest Festival at Bethel Woods
July 6 – October 5 Mondays from 11am – 2pm
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Monticello Eat Healthy Farmers’ Market
May 3rd – November 8th Sundays from 11am – 2pm A. Dorrer Drive • Callicoon Creek Park Callicoon, NY 12723
Shoppers can choose from freshly picked organic or conventional vegetables, fruit, breads and sweets, meat, fish and poultry, cheeses, yogurt, ice cream, honey, pasta, jams, syrups, kombucha, hard cider, wine, prepared food, skin care products, plants, flowers, birdhouses, pottery, wood products, and jewelry too. FMNP SFMP WIC
Liberty Eat Healthy Farmers’ Market July 3rd – September 4th Fridays from 3pm – 6pm Darbee Lane • Municipal Parking Lot Liberty, NY 12754 Market Manager: Catskill Mountainkeeper (845) 439-1230
[email protected] www.catskillmountainkeeper.org Through this market, Catskill Mountainkeeper works to increase access to healthy, local foods for underserved populations in Liberty, NY. The market hosts a blend of vegetable and fruit growers, local bakers, and meat producers, as well as live music, educational programming, and community organizations. FMNP SFMP WIC
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Rock Hill Business and Community Association May 30th – September 5th Saturdays from 10am – 1pm 223 Rock Hill Drive Rock Hill, NY 12775 Market Manager: Michelle Lipari
[email protected] www.rockhillfarmersmarket.com An open air market selling fruit, vegetables, hard cider, wine, honey, cheese, soaps, plants and flowers, skin care products, bread, baked goods, jams and jellies, eggs, and prepared foods. Offering live music from 11am to 1 p.m. under the gazebo and educational programming. FMNP SFMP
Roscoe Farmers’ Market May 10th – October 11th Sundays from 10am – 2pm Niforatos Field Roscoe, NY 12776 Market Manager: Bob Eckert
[email protected] www.roscoeny.com
The Harvest Festival presents a unique blend of farmers’ market, artisan and crafters, live music, fresh food, special events, children’s activities, and education and historical programming. Admission is FREE and parking is $2. Parking lots open at 10:30 a.m. Pets are not allowed on the grounds.
Tips for Shopping at a Farmers’ Market Know Your Seasons If you know a bit of what to expect when you get to the farmers’ market, making decisions at each stall is much easier. Learn what grows in your area when, and talk to the growers about what will be coming to market in upcoming weeks.
Come Prepared
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Callicoon Farmers’ Markets
Why Shop at Farmers’ Markets? • Freshly picked fruits and vegetables are better for you. They spend more time in the sun and less time traveling. • Choose from a wide variety of fruits and vegetables not found in the grocery store. • Get produce that is often fresher and less expensive. • Support local farmers and keep money circulating in your community.
• Bring a shopping bag
• Be environmentally friendly; buying from markets cuts down on food packaging waste and transportation time.
• Bring cash; most vendors do not accept credit/debit cards
• Help improve your family’s health as well as your own!
• Plan meals ahead of time
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• Farmers’ markets are a fun way to support your community!
• Arrive early for best selection • Walk through the whole market before making purchases • Compare price, quality, and selection
Discover • Sample different varieties of products • Talk to farmers to learn how and where the food was grown • Get preparation tips from the growers themselves
Enjoy!
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Farmers' Markets
