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State Map
otm March 13, 2017Farmers markets are thriving in all 50 states! Learn about state-level contacts, programs, and resources by clicking on your state below. National Farmers Market Resources and Partners USDA Agricultural Marketing Service USDA Food and Nutrition Service National Conference of State Legislatures National Farm to School Network National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition State and City Initiatives…
Market Manager Certification Programs
Allie Vrtachnik January 11, 2017Market manager certificate programs offer curriculum establishing best practices while also polishing leadership, outreach, and funding skills. Through these programs, market managers broaden their professional credentials and take steps to personally impact future market funding and support. Michigan Farmers Market Association (MIFMA), currently has open registration for its 2017 Market Manager Certificate Program. The 35 hours…
2.0 Metrics Selection
Jen O'Brien January 10, 20172.0 Metrics Selection This unit explains how to select metrics for your market evaluation. It is the second in a series of units within the Farmers Market Metrics Training. Remember to complete the companion worksheet as you move through the units in order to create an evaluation plan for your market. Figure 2.1 below presents…
Apex Farmers Market- Reaching for its Highest Point
Allie Vrtachnik October 10, 2016Taking over our Instagram account for the next two weeks is the persevering Apex Farmers Market. Apex, North Carolina was named for being the highest point on the railway line that used to carry produce to the markets and warehouses of Durham. The Apex Farmers Market, nestled in the heart of the city’s downtown, has…
Williamsburg- A Founding Farmers Market
Allie Vrtachnik September 14, 2016Situated in Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia, the Williamsburg Farmers Market has been flourishing on the local food frontier for 15 years. Williamsburg Farmers Market is a veteran market resource and working example demonstrating how growth can be achieved by meeting challenges, collecting statistics, seeking advice, and fostering collaboration. Counting down to their 500th market this December, something…
Invite Your Elected Officials to the Farmers Market!
Jen O'Brien July 13, 2016Elected officials will make the best policy decisions when they hear from you—the experts. Now’s the perfect time to invite them to visit your market during National Farmers Market Week (August 7-13th) to show off your market’s great work.[1] A market visit provides an opportunity to showcase the impact that your market has on the…
Meet Crossroads Farmers Market
Honesta Romberger June 8, 2016photo credit: Crossroads Farmers Market “The market is beautiful and I like it, that’s why I’m here.” Hong J., Crossroads Farmers Market shopper. There’s no doubt that the shady street and colorful sights of Crossroads Farmers Market make for a great place to spend a warm summer day. But for local immigrants in Takoma Park, Maryland –…
Meet Ferry Plaza Farmers Market
Honesta Romberger April 13, 2016There are many reasons to love San Francisco. The culture, the architecture, the history and diversity – it’s safe to say there are not many places that hold a candle to the uncommon energy that makes the city so magical. Located along the waters of this historic San Francisco Bay, the vibe at Ferry Plaza…
Meet Champaign Farmers Market
Liz Comiskey January 24, 2016Champaign, IL popped the cork on a new farmers market in 2015, so this week, we are going to peek into their great year via a Guest Instagram throwback-takeover! Champaign Farmers’ Market’s manager, Sarah Simeziane, spoke with FMC about their great season. Sarah Simeziane: We’re very excited to share the creative ways we marketed…
USDA Press Release Announcing the 2015 FMPP and FMSSG Grantees
Jen O'Brien October 2, 2015Release No. 0273.15 Contact: Office of Communications (202) 720-4623 USDA Awards $34.3 Million to Support Communities’ Local Foods Infrastructure, Increase Access to Fruits and Vegetables Funding Supports Local Food Systems, Farmers Markets and Healthier Eating for SNAP Participants WASHINGTON, Oct. 2, 2015 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today helped to kick off the nation’s…
