WIC to be Accepted at Authorized Farmers Markets

The West Virginia WIC program’s monthly cash value benefits for the purchase of fresh produce will be accepted at authorized farmers markets starting on June 1. 
“The WIC Farm Market Direct mobile payment system has many benefits for both WIC participants and local farmers,” said Heidi Staats, director of the Office of Nutrition Services.
“It simplifies the purchasing process for participants, reduces stigma by functioning like other mobile pay options, streamlines payments to farmers and…