I've never been to a Farmers Market, what's the best way to shop at the market?
Shopping Tips - Here are some ideas for getting the most out of your visit to the farmers' market!
Several vendors do accept the FMNP checks in accordance with the guidelines provided by The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. Look for the displayed FMNP sign at the vendor stand to determine which vendors accept the checks. View more information at our Web page WIC / FMNP or PA PowerPort at www.state.pa.us ( PA Keyword: "FMNP" or "WIC").
Shopping Tips - Here are some ideas for getting the most out of your visit to the farmers' market!
- Go to the market early to get the best selection of produce. Later on you may get some deals
- Walk around the market and see whats available first, so that you can compare prices, products and quality. Take your time to enjoy the market! Farmers; markets are a great gathering place for friends and families.
- If you don't know what an item is, feel free to ask the farmer!
- Farmers are great sources of information about how to prepare different foods.
- Bring change and bills of smaller denominations to make shopping fast and easy.
- An ice chest will keep your perishables fresh until you get home.
- Be eco-conscious, and bring your own plastic or canvas bags, or baskets.
Several vendors do accept the FMNP checks in accordance with the guidelines provided by The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. Look for the displayed FMNP sign at the vendor stand to determine which vendors accept the checks. View more information at our Web page WIC / FMNP or PA PowerPort at www.state.pa.us ( PA Keyword: "FMNP" or "WIC").
