California WIC Approved Foods
Food List & Approved Groceries
California WIC Agency
California WIC Food List
California WIC updated its approved food package in 2025-2026, expanding options for whole grains, proteins, and produce. The full current approved food list is available through the California WIC App (free on iOS and Android) and at myfamily.wic.ca.gov. Your local WIC agency can tell you exactly which items and brands are approved under your current benefits.
Food Package Updates
California WIC periodically updates its approved food list to reflect current nutrition science and USDA guidance. The 2025-2026 update expanded whole grain options, protein choices, and produce availability. Check the California WIC App or the state portal for the most current list — items and approved brands can change with each update cycle. Update the California WIC App if you haven't recently, as approved items are reflected in the app's barcode scanner.
Farmers' Market Shopping
California WIC participants can use their California WIC Card at participating farmers' markets to purchase fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables — a meaningful benefit in a state with year-round produce availability. Use the farmers' market locator at myfamily.wic.ca.gov to find markets near you that accept the WIC Card.
Shopping Tips for California WIC
Use the California WIC App to scan barcodes at the store and instantly check whether a product is approved. Look for WIC shelf stickers for brand-specific items. Your Cash Value Benefit (CVB) for fruits and vegetables — $26/month for children, $47/month for pregnant or postpartum individuals, $52/month for breastfeeding individuals — can be used at authorized grocery stores and participating farmers' markets. Benefits do not roll over month to month, so use them before the end of each benefit period.
If an item won't scan as approved at checkout, check the brand and package size against the California WIC App or ask your local WIC office for the current Shopping Guide. You can also contact California WIC at wic@cdph.ca.gov for assistance.
