Nevada WIC will implement USDA’s Final Food Rule March 1, 2026. Due to changes in Federal food rule, open submission to add new foods to NV WIC’s APL is from March 31st to November 30, 2025. Foods that are approved will be added to the APL for purchase March 1, 2026.
Please note, standard open submission for new foods is annually, January 1st – March 30th. During this time, brand specific food items may be submitted for review and approval to NV WIC’s APL, October of that same year. Brand specific foods include:
- Tofu
- Hot and Cold Cereal
- Infant Cereal, Fruits/Vegetables and Meat
- Yogurt (Plant-based alternatives)
- Soy (Plant-based alternatives)
- Juice
- Plant-based Cheese Alternatives
- Nut and Seed Butters
Non-brand specific food items may be submitted for review and added to the APL throughout the year. Non-brand specific foods items include:
- Cheese
- Eggs
- Canned Beans
- Dried Beans/Peas
- Peanut Butter
- Canned Fish
- Whole Grains
- Fruits and Vegetables
- Milk
Please download the NV WIC APL Submission Form to submit any food item requests and submit the completed spreadsheet to DPBHWICVendor@health.nv.gov. Complete all sections of the spreadsheet. If not, it will cause a delay in review and approval.