FMNP Vendor Information

To become FMNP Certified vendors must:

  • Be 18 years of age or older.
  • Reside and grow in Iowa or in an out-of-state county that touches Iowa’s border.
  • Submit a vendor application every year.
  • Complete training every 3 years.
  • Participate in at least one authorized farmers market or farmstand for a majority of the season.
  • Only accept FMNP checks at authorized farmers markets and farmstands.
  • Only accept FMNP checks for eligible foods (fresh, unprepared, locally-grown fruits, vegetables, and herbs and honey for Senior FMNP only.)
  • Personally grow a majority of the eligible foods they sell.

To view all FMNP rules and procedures see “FMNP Vendor Certification Handbook” below.

 

Resources

FMNP Vendor Certification Handbook

 

Vendor Training Webinar Schedule

Wednesday, March 8, 2023 - 5:30-6:30 PM

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023 - 10:00-11:00 AM

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Tuesday, April 11, 2023 - 10:00-11:00 AM

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Thursday, April 20, 2023 - 5:30-6:30 PM

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023 - 10:30-11:30 AM

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023 - 10:30-11:30 AM

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023 - 10:30-11:30 AM

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Application for new and returning vendors

Guide for completing the vendor application

farmers market

 

Questions?

John Krzton-Presson

515-725-1179

john.krzton-presson@iowaagriculture.gov