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.
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.
Identify who is interested in the project
Determine who will take leadership roles
Provide easy ways to be involved (pass out flyers, connect with partners, volunteer at the stand, etc.)
Get to know people in the community and learn what they want from their farm stand (location, day, time).
Gauge community interest in the farm stand with surveys (English and Spanish).
Our staff team helps pilot for four weeks can help provide guidance and resources to help make your farm stand successful.
Build relationships with farmers, volunteers, and customers.
Make your farm stand self-sustaining with the help of weekly volunteers and stand managers.
Tap into our continual support (coordinate with growers, train volunteers, and attend nutrition and gardening classes).
Download the documents below for information on starting a successful farmers market.
Establishing a Farmers MarketAccepting SNAP Benefits at Your Farmers Market or Market BoothFarmers Market Toolkit: A guide to starting and improving your market
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Identify who is interested in the project
Determine who will take leadership roles
Provide easy ways to be involved (pass out flyers, connect with partners, volunteer at the stand, etc.)
Identify who is interested in the project
Determine who will take leadership roles
Provide easy ways to be involved (pass out flyers, connect with partners, volunteer at the stand, etc.)
