The period for the food minimum begins April 1st and ends March 31st. Members may select one of two options to fulfill their minimum spending responsibility: Annually, Semi-annually. The Annual option is billed in advance and allows a member the flexibility to complete their spending over the entire twelve month period. Semi-Annual is “pay-as-you-go” but require that the pro-rated portion of minimum spending be fulfilled in each period regardless of the total food purchased during any one period. Each year, you will receive a form to be completed, indicating your preference to fulfill this responsibility. Once your selection for the year has been made, it may not be altered until the next annual food minimum cycle.