CoMo Crop Cash is a workplace wellness and local food incentive program developed by Columbia Farmers Market. Inspired by the successful "Bumper Crop" program in Maine, CoMo Crop Cash provides employers with a simple, impactful way to support employee health while strengthening our local economy.
Through this program, employers distribute CoMo Crop Cash vouchers to their staff, which can be redeemed at Columbia Farmers Market for fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, dairy, honey, and other locally grown and produced goods. It's a win-win for employee wellness and community resilience.
How It Works
- Employers enroll in the program and select a quantity of $5 CoMo Crop Cash vouchers.
- Employees receive $5 CoMo Crop Cash vouchers to spend at Columbia Farmers Market.
- Employees shop for fresh, local products from market vendors.
- Vendors redeem the vouchers for reimbursement from Columbia Farmers Market.
- You pay only for vouchers redeemed at Columbia Farmers Market. A unique 2-letter code allows Columbia Farmers Market to track redemptions, and we'll bill you for the vouchers used at markets.
Why It Matters
For Employers:
- Promote employee wellness with access to nutritious, local food.
- Demonstrate a commitment to community and sustainability.
- Offer a unique, meaningful, and healthy employee benefit.
- Encourage team bonding through market visits.
For Employees:
- Enjoy a perk of fresh, local food.
- Save on grocery bills.
- Discover new foods, local farmers, and food producers in a fun, community setting.
- Improve health and well-being with more whole, seasonal foods.
For the Community:
- Strengthen the local economy by supporting small farms and food producers.
- Build community connections through engagement at the farmers market.
- Encourage healthier lifestyles in central Missouri.
What Does it Cost
Workplace Plans
For businesses providing CoMo Crop Cash to employees:
- Only pay for vouchers that are redeemed
- $0.09 per voucher – printing cost
- 5% service fee – helps cover program administration and vendor payments
This model ensures you’re only billed for what employees actually use, keeping your investment efficient and flexible.
Gift Certificate Purchases
For individuals or businesses purchasing vouchers as gifts:
- Buy up front – no redemption tracking
- No fees for orders under 500 vouchers. Orders of 500+ include a printing cost of $0.09 per voucher.
Want to get $5 Cash Value tokens instead? These also work great as a gift for your friends and family! Purchase them here for pickup or delivery.
Perfect for businesses giving back to customers, community groups, or anyone wanting to share fresh, local food.
Let's Get Growing!
Bring CoMo Crop Cash to your workplace and plant the seeds of a healthier community.
Contact us to get started at manager@columbiafarmersmarket.org or 573-823-6889.
