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1. Calo, W. A., Marin, E., Aumiller, B., Murray, A., Baptiste, C., Bermudez, M.

, Crawford,
L., DeLoatch, V., & Kraschnewski, J. L. (2022). Implementing Locally Tailored
Strategies to Promote Redemption of Farmers' Market Nutrition Program Vouchers
Among WIC Participants in Central Pennsylvania. Health promotion practice,
23(1_suppl), 100S–107S. https://doi.org/10.1177/15248399221112453
Explores the effectiveness of community-based strategies to increase voucher
redemption in the WIC Farmers' Market Nutrition Program across Pennsylvania. It says
that personalized outreach, transportation solutions, and education about produce use
boost redemption rates.

2. Farmers markets. Farmers Markets | Nutrition.gov. (2024).


https://www.nutrition.gov/topics/shopping-cooking-and-meal-planning/farmers-markets
Operated by the USDA, this site is a trusted resource offering comprehensive insights
on the benefits of farmers' markets, including connections to WIC programs. It also
promotes nutrition and food safety education.

3. Farmers' markets increase access to fresh, nutritious food. Farmers Market Coalition.
(2022, September 1). https://farmersmarketcoalition.org/education/increase-access-to-
fresh-nutritious-food/
This nonprofit organization is dedicated to increasing access to fresh foods via farmers'
markets, offering in-depth statistics on how programs like SNAP and FMNP impact food
security and health.

4. Jacobs, J., Holcomb, J., Margellos-Anast, H., Martinez, L., & San Miguel, C. (2023).
An Evaluation of the Implementation of the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
Farmers Market Nutrition Program at Four Chicago WIC Sites. Nutrients, 15(5), 1122.
https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15051122
Talks about WIC implementation across four Chicago sites, focusing on factors affecting
program access and redemption rates. It examines operational challenges, staff
engagement, program awareness, and logistical barriers. It also provides insights into
improving FMNP access and uptake, contributing data to policymakers and practitioners
to enhance program effectiveness and participation in an urban setting.

5. Maine Department of Health and Human Services. (2023, July 14). Maine WIC
announces 2023 Farmers Market Nutrition Program season.
https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/blog/maine-wic-announces-2023-farmers-market-nutrition-
program-season-2023-07-14
Talks about the 2023 season of Maine's WIC Farmers Market Nutrition Program, which
provides participants with $30 to spend on local produce. It supports local farmers and
provides to lower-income families. It talks about the program's shift to electronic
benefits, increased funding, and community impact.

6. O'Dare Wilson K. (2017). Community food environments and healthy food access
among older adults: A review of the evidence for the Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition
Program (SFMNP). Social work in health care, 56(4), 227–243.
https://doi.org/10.1080/00981389.2016.1265631
This article discusses the impact of community food environments on food security and
access to fresh fruits and vegetables for seniors, particularly through the SFMNP. They
discuss food access barriers for seniors and it shows SFMNP's role in promoting
healthy food choices. Recommendations for policy improvements are shown as well.

7. Seidel, M., Brink, L., Hamilton, M., & Gordon, L. (2018). Increasing WIC Farmers'
Market Nutrition Program Redemption Rates: Results and Policy Recommendations.
Progress in community health partnerships: research, education, and action, 12(4),
431–439. https://doi.org/10.1353/cpr.2018.0068
This study explores methods to improve redemption rates for the WIC Farmers' Market
Nutrition Program (FMNP) in Pittsburgh. They tried cooking demonstrations, market
tours, and garden visits. FMNP check redemption rates were higher for those who took
part in those activities. They also push for allowing mobile markets to accept FMNP
checks.

8. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service. (n.d.). WIC Farmers’
Market Nutrition Program. https://www.fns.usda.gov/fmnp/wic-farmers-market-nutrition-
program
This article provides info on how WIC provides women, infants, and children with fresh
foods from farmer’s markets. The program was established in 1992 and aims to
promote healthier diets among low-income families and support local farmers. Eligible
people receive FMNP coupons, which are valid at markets and roadside stands. The
page covers eligibility, program benefits, and operational details.

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