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FMC Member-Only Directors’ & Officers’ Policy
Liz Comiskey May 12, 2017With growth in the number and popularity of farmers markets comes increased exposure to risk, and not only the risk of tripping and falling, or getting sick from a producer’s products. Allegations from vendors of unfair management (such as discrimination, insufficient or biased farm inspections), or allegations from customers about false advertising or perceived price-fixing,…
Guest Instagram for FMC: 2017 Call!
Allie Vrtachnik November 1, 2016It’s that time again! We’re currently seeking markets to take over FMC’s Instagram account throughout 2017. It’s one of the ways we put a little attention on the good things happening at markets across the country. So why not help us spotlight your market and apply to be our next Guest Instagrammer? From the large and metropolitan to…
Be FMC’s Next Guest Instagrammer!
Honesta Romberger September 16, 2015Instagram is a unique social media platform that uses visual content to connect your story with a broad and diverse audience. As your follower base grows, so does your ability to share and promote your market with more and more people, prompting the potential to showcase your message on a global scale. In other words,…
EBT Equipment, Services and Implementation
Stacy January 23, 2015SNAP EBT Equipment, Services and Implementation To accept SNAP electronic benefit transfer (EBT) access at your market, you will need to select a Third Party Processor (sometimes referred to as a Merchant Service Provider) to provide the point of sale (POS) equipment, process transactions, and deposit money into your bank account. Finding the right…
Accounting & Taxes
StacySNAP Accounting & Taxes Managing tokens requires some additional bookkeeping and documentation. A best practice used by many markets around the country is to set up a separate bank account for the token program. This greatly simplifies tracking activity, reconciling balances and reporting. You should know where all tokens are at all times. Your tracking…
SNAP Guide for Farmers Markets
Jen O'Brien January 22, 2015SNAP Guide for Farmers Markets Beginning a SNAP program at your farmers market can be a difficult and often confusing undertaking. FMC has created this guide with the intention of easing the process and helping your SNAP program be as successful as possible. The accordion panels below give a step-by-step guide to assessing your market’s…
National Farmers Market Poster Contest
Jen O'Brien June 25, 2014The Farmers Market Coalition is teaming up with Farm Aid to bring back the National Farmers Market Poster Contest! After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, we’re thrilled to bring back this annual contest celebrating the creativity and diversity of America’s farmers markets by showcasing market posters on a national level. The winners of…
FNS SNAP at Farmers Markets Workgroup
Jen O'Brien December 6, 2013SNAP at Farmers Markets Workgroup A bi-monthly conference call hosted by the USDA Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) for FNS regional offices, state agencies, farmers, markets, advocates, etc. to come together to hear SNAP updates and discuss ways to enhance and expand access to SNAP at farmers markets. The calls will take place every other…
WIC CVV
Stacy December 1, 2013WIC Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Voucher Program (CVV) The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) aims to improve access to nutritious foods for low-income pregnant women, mothers, and young children. After enrolling in WIC, participants receive monthly checks, vouchers, or transfers to their Electronic Benefit Transaction (EBT) card that are to…
Power of Produce
Jen O'Brien November 21, 2013Power of Produce (POP) Club The Power of Produce (POP) Club provides a fun opportunity for children to engage in the local food system through conversations directly with farmers, educational games and demonstrations, and exposure to new fruits and vegetables. In addition to participating in educational activities, POP Club kids receive vouchers to spend at the…
