The time couldn’t be more perfect to spotlight this key statewide partner in our work to expand SNAP access at farmers’ markets. Just this week, Maine SNAP-Ed launched their new website – a fantastic resource where anyone can learn how to shop, cook, and eat healthfully on a small food budget. Established in 2012 and funded […]
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Donate to MFFM
November 29, 2016 CategoriesSend us a check, addressed to Maine Federation of Farmers’ Markets, to: MFFMPO Box 313Freeport, ME 04032 The Maine Federation of Farmers’ Markets is a 501(c)3, tax-exempt nonprofit organization. Our work is made possible with the support of contributing markets and individuals who share our vision of Maine as a state where everyone can access affordable, […]
Farmers’ markets, food access & the USDA Farm Bill
November 22, 2016 Categories
Next week we team up with our collaborators in the Maine Local Foods Access Network to launch a one-day Giving Tuesday campaign. Our goal: raise $2,000 to help expand the network of Maine Harvest Bucks markets into more communities and find increased success with all participating markets. It’s a humble goal, really, considering that the […]
Finding Success with Local Partnerships
October 19, 2016 CategoriesAs the outdoor market season winds down, we have much to celebrate – and plenty to learn from – after the first year under the Maine Harvest Bucks statewide nutrition incentive brand. (Previously Maine farmers’ market nutrition incentive programs operated under various names such as “double value coupon” or “bonus bucks.”) Since April, nearly $50,000 Maine […]
Farmers’ Market WIC check deadline Oct 31st
October 14, 2016 CategoriesOctober 31st is the deadline for participants in the Women, Infants, and Children program to redeem their Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (FMNP). FMNP checks can only be used when buying directly from farmers at farmers’ markets and farm stands. There are $20,000 in checks out there around the state that were distributed to WIC participants […]