Georgia WIC Approved Foods

Georgia WIC's approved food list is managed by the Georgia Department of Public Health and available at dph.georgia.gov/WIC. Your Georgia eWIC card works like a debit card at more than 1,400 authorized vendors statewide, covering milk, eggs, whole grains, cheese, beans, peanut butter, fresh fruits and vegetables, and infant formula. The approved list is reviewed periodically, so always check the current list or your Georgia WIC Mobile App if you're unsure about a specific item.

Georgia WIC Food Package Overview

Milk and dairy: Georgia WIC provides milk, cheese, and yogurt. If your infant or child has special dietary needs, ask your WIC nutritionist — dairy alternatives and specialized formula are available with medical documentation from a healthcare provider.

Whole grains: Approved options include whole grain bread, cereal, brown rice, and whole wheat pasta, along with infant cereal for babies over 6 months.

Fruits and vegetables: Fresh, frozen, canned, and dried fruits and vegetables are eligible. Every participant receives a monthly Cash Value Benefit (CVB) to spend on produce — currently $26 a month for children, $48 for pregnant and postpartum participants, and $52 for breastfeeding participants, set by USDA for federal fiscal year 2026. In the summer months, Georgia WIC participants can also use their eWIC card at participating local farmers markets — availability varies by health district.

Protein: Peanut butter, beans, and eggs are approved for most participants, and canned fish is included for breastfeeding participants.

Infant formula: Georgia manages a competitive bid contract for infant formula, and the contract brand is issued by default. Medical documentation from a healthcare provider is required for non-contract or specialized formulas.

Georgia WIC Farmers Market Benefits

Georgia's WIC Farmers Market Nutrition Program lets eligible participants use benefits at participating local farmers markets during the summer growing season, on top of the year-round Cash Value Benefit usable at grocery vendors. Availability and season dates vary by health district — check with your local WIC clinic or visit dph.georgia.gov/farmers-market for current details.

Shopping Tips for Georgia WIC

Use the free Georgia WIC Mobile App to check your current food balance before you shop, and look for WIC shelf labels for brand-specific items. Benefits do not roll over month to month, so use them before the end of each benefit period. If you have questions about your eWIC card or an item at checkout, call Georgia WIC at 1-800-228-9173.