Interested in starting a Farm Stand or Farmers Market?

What is a farm stand?

A farm stand is a booth where local growers sell their products directly to customers. Farm stands are generally set up the same day and time every week and offer a variety of fruits, vegetables, herbs, baked goods, and plants.

What is a farmers market?

A farmers market is a central location where several farmers and local vendors sell directly to consumers - the people in the community who will eat the food the farmers grow.

Benefits:

Step 1: Form a Planning Committee
Step 2: Ask People What They Want
Step 3: Give it a Go!
Step 4: Thrive!
Graphic for the USDA's SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) program. Text reads: "SNAP/EBT Accepted Here."