Food Access at Farmers Markets

Farmers markets throughout Washington offer food access programs such as the Farmers Market Nutrition Program for WIC and Seniors, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or SNAP EBT, and a special fruit and vegetable program called “SNAP Market Match.” Farmers markets are a vital source of fruits, vegetables, and other local foods for SNAP and FMNP shoppers, promoting healthy eating for everyone. The WSFMA works closely with the Washington Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS), Department of Health (DOH), and regional partners to coordinate opportunities, measure outcomes, track changing technology, and share best practices.

🥕 For help receiving food assistance, please contact Washington Connection by clicking here or calling (877) 501-2233.

Quick Reference

• “Farmers Market Food Access Currencies” cheat sheet (2026)
• “Diferentes Monedas de Acceso de Alimentos en Mercados Agrícolas” (2026)
• “Market Day Cheat Sheet” for vendors (2026)
• “Guía rápida para el día del mercados agrícolas” para vendedores (2026)
• Farmers Market Food Access Signage Check List
• Farmers Market Pre-Season Check List
• Farmers Market Food Access Calendar (Updated March 1, 2026)

Resources for Farmers Markets

• “Glossary for Food Access Currencies at Farmers Markets” (Feb 15, 2026)
• “Food Access Programs 101” (Jan 2026)
• “Eligible Foods by Food Access Currency” (Jan 2026)
• “Food Benefits at Farmers Markets” brochure for community members (2026)
• “Beneficios alimentarios en los mercados agrícolas” folleto para miembros de la comunidad (2026)
• Overview of Food Benefits for Shoppers webpage with information by food access program
• Farmers Market Food Access Forum online archives

Resources for Vendors

• “Vendor Guide to Accepting Food Access Currencies at Washington Farmers Markets” (2026), printed copies available
• “Guía del vendedor para aceptar monedas de acceso a alimentos en los mercados agrícolas” de Washington (2026), copias impresas disponibles
• EBT Tokens Accepted Here graphic; available as a sticker

Food Access Program Promotions

• Social Media posts for FMNP in Fall
• “SUN Bucks are FUN Bucks at Farmers Market” rack card (2026)
• “Los SUN BUCKS son dólares divertidos en los mercados agrícolas!” (2026)
• SUN Bucks stickers (8″) are available from the WSFMA
• FMNP and SNAP Market Match marketing materials created by SNAP-Ed (Rescue Agency) in 2024
• Food Access Logos – coming soon
• EBT banners and A-boards are available from the WSFMA

Find Farmers Markets with Food Access Programs

• Pick up an annual “Washington State Farmers Market Directory” at your farmers market Info Booth, local visitor center, Extension office, Chamber of Commerce, or email the WSFMA at info@wafarmersmarkets.org.
• Search the WSFMA’s online “Find A Market” directory and search by County, Month Open, and Food Access.
• The FMNP lists authorized farmers markets in Eastern Washington or Western Washington.
• A list of farms stores authorized to accept FMNP is available here.