What is the CalFresh Fruit and Veggie EBT Program?
On June 30, 2026, the CalFresh Fruit and Veggie EBT Pilot will end across California!
The funding for this pilot program has run out because it is very popular and makes it easy for California families to earn bonus dollars when they buy fruits and veggies.
The program could return if more funds are approved in the California state budget but we won't know until the budget is approved in July 2026. To stay informed visit: California Department of Social Services: CalFresh Fruit and Vegetable EBT Pilot Project
This program gives you more fruits and vegetables when you spend your CalFresh EBT dollars at participating grocery stores.
For each $1 of your CalFresh EBT you spend on fresh fruits and vegetables you get $1 back on your EBT card.
In Monterey County the program is available at Santa Fe Mercado 1017 N Main St, Salinas, CA 93906.
How it works at Santa Fe Mercado Salinas, CA
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Use your EBT card to buy fresh fruits and vegetables at a participating grocery store |
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For
every $1 you spend, earn $1 back on your EBT Card, up to $60 per month |
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Spend
your CA Fruit and Veggie EBT Incentives on anything Calfresh/EBT eligible at any store
in a future shopping trip. |
If you are in need of emergency food assistance - please dial 2-1-1 or text your zip code to 898-211 for more help or visit Food - 2-1-1 Monterey County.
2-1-1 is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week AND is free, confidential, and available in multiple languages.
Check out eatfresh.org for all kinds of different recipes including vegetarian, low-sugar, and kid-friendly recipes!
