(1) Only authorized farmers may accept SFMNP coupons in exchange for eligible foods.

(2) In order to be eligible for participation in the SFMNP, a farmer applicant must:

(a) complete or renew the farmer agreement provided by the

department;

(b) agree to follow the terms and conditions in the farmer agreement; and

(c) complete the initial and annual SFMNP training provided by the department in accordance with 7 CFR 249.10.

(3) Approved farmer agreements are valid for three consecutive summer farmers' market seasons.