Florida Archives - Farmers Market Coalition

State SNAP Agency:
Florida Department of Children and Families
1317 Winewood Blvd.
Building 3, Room 427
Tallahassee, FL
http://www.myflorida.com/accessflorida/

Contact:
Chuck Peltier, Chief of EBT
Phone: 1-866-762-2237
Fax: 1-866-886-4342
Email: Chuck.Peltier@myflfamilies.com
Current Contractor: Fidelity Information Services, LLC (FIS)

SNAP Resources Available:
General Program support materials, including SNAP incentive program funds are available through Fresh Access Bucks. For More information, visit www.freshaccessbucks.com.

Florida Ag Department

Florida Department of Agriculture—Farmers Markets

FMNP & SFMNP

Florida Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program

Florida WIC Farmers Market Nutrition Program

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Spotlight on the Downtown Bradenton Farmers’ Market

Allie Vrtachnik April 19, 2018

Dear FMC virtual market-goer, Greetings from the Bradenton Farmers’ Market! We’re taking over FMC’s Instagram this week to share with you a look into our market. The market is loved by our community, and for good reason! As a new “visitor”, there are a few things you ought to know to fully appreciate the market that surrounds… Read More

Standing Together Against Racism: Black Lives Matter

Stephanie Fenty June 3, 2020

Over the past week, the United States has been shaken by the deep inequities rooted within our justice system that have continued to destroy the lives of Black Americans like George Floyd. In the past, the Farmers Market Coalition has largely remained silent on matters of race and injustice. We will do so no longer.… Read More

Fresh Access Bucks 2nd Annual Crop-Up Event, Florida

Allie Vrtachnik June 28, 2018

Year Founded: 2013 Market Season: 51 market outlets, Year-round (Variable Days) Mission Statement: To increase access to good food for all Floridians, while supporting our state’s farmers and local economies by providing a dollar to dollar match toward Florida-grown fruits and vegetable. Fresh Access Bucks (FAB) is a statewide incentive program designed to encourage Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program… Read More

Florida Resources

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Farmers Market By-laws Template

Stacy October 29, 2013

A by-laws template from the University of Florida Extension for an incorporated farmers market. Read More

Pricing Product Worksheet

Stacy November 8, 2013

This five page worksheet from the University of Florida walks producers through a pricing exercise, with steps on recordkeeping and calculating costs for annual and perennial crops. Read More

Starting a Farmers Market (Florida)

FMC October 21, 2013

There are many details that separate a great farmers market from struggling or mediocre markets. This resource from the University of Florida discusses ten of the most important steps to consider as you start a farmers market in your community. Read More

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