WIC participants can visit a WIC-authorized vendor (grocery store or pharmacy) of their choice, shop for WIC-approved supplemental foods, and complete the transaction at the cash register using an eWIC card.
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Reauthorization Training
Reauthorization Training is required for all returning WIC vendors.
Returning vendors must complete Reauthorization Training as part of the 2026–2029 vendor reauthorization process. The training provides important information about Mississippi WIC Program requirements, vendor responsibilities, and procedures for accepting eWIC.
Reauthorization Training and Annual Training are separate training requirements.
Annual Training
FFY 2027 tentative vendor annual virtual training schedule:
| Vendor Type | Training Date | Morning Session | Afternoon Session |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grocery Vendors | Tuesday, January 26, 2027 | 10:00–11:00 a.m. | 2:00–3:00 p.m. |
| Pharmacy Vendors | Wednesday, January 27, 2027 | 10:00–11:00 a.m. | 2:00–3:00 p.m. |
| Grocery Vendors | Tuesday, April 27, 2027 | 10:00–11:00 a.m. | 2:00–3:00 p.m. |
| Pharmacy Vendors | Wednesday, April 28, 2027 | 10:00–11:00 a.m. | 2:00–3:00 p.m. |
| Grocery Vendors | Tuesday, July 27, 2027 | 10:00–11:00 a.m. | 2:00–3:00 p.m. |
| Pharmacy Vendors | Wednesday, July 28, 2027 | 10:00–11:00 a.m. | 2:00–3:00 p.m. |
| Grocery Vendors Make-up | Tuesday, August 24, 2027 | 10:00–11:00 a.m. | N/A |
| Pharmacy Vendors Make-up | Tuesday, August 24, 2027 | N/A | 2:00–3:00 p.m. |
Check back for upcoming training registration details.
MS-WIC Grocery Associate Training
Grocery Associate training is now available online.
Vendors should submit verification of training to vmu@msdh.ms.gov. by the assigned deadline for reauthorization.
Vendor Advisory Meeting
Next vendor advisory meeting: November 19, 2026 at noon CT.
Join vendor meeting
Online via Microsoft Teams:
Meeting ID: 242 764 409 948
Passcode: bYnP2r
Vendor advisory meetings are used to share updates, gather information, and address vendor questions. Authorized vendors are advised to join.
If you have any questions, please e-mail the MSDH Vendor Management team at vmu@msdh.ms.gov.
Upcoming Meetings
Vendor advisory meetings are held bi-monthly on the third Thursday of the month unless otherwise informed by the MSDH Vendor Management Unit.
- Thursday, November 19, 2026
Previous Meetings
Vendor Alerts
Latest notices on WIC food changes, vendor procedures, and more.
Vendor Documents
- List of Authorized WIC Vendors
- Mississippi WIC Approved Product List
- Mississippi WIC Approved Product List Updates
- View allApplications, forms and requirements
Contact the WIC Vendor Management team at 1-800-359-7832 or write to vmu@msdh.ms.gov.
