WIC grocery store labels

There will be a new change coming to the local grocery stores near you! Traditionally, the labels in the grocery stores you shop in have looked like the ones pictures below:

Coming soon you will gradually start to see this label on the shelves. At first there will be a period of time where you will see both varieties of labels as the old labels start to phase out. However, it is not mandatory for the stores to switch to the new labels, so many of you will not notice a change if your store opts to stay with the old label. Additionally, please keep in mind, stores are not required to label all of the WIC items listed on your vouchers- only milk, cheese, cereal, peanut butter, frozen and liquid juices are required to remain labeled. Every store will be labeled differently meaning some stores choose to label all foods and varieties listed on your voucher other stores will only label what they are required to label. If you are not happy with the specific type of food a store offers, don't be afraid to shop around and use your checks at multiple stores. As far as your vouchers and your shopping routine is concerned, nothing will change, just start looking for the new label below as it makes its debut in the next few weeks.

As always, call your local WIC office with any questions or concerns.

Happy shopping!

Christy Redmond
      Nutritionist Sr.