For Current Vendors
Government Agencies
Organizations
Liability Insurance
Marketing Resources
- National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition’s Media Toolkit
- National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition’s Media Training Webinar
Additional Resources
- Chelan-Douglas Health District information– Health Regulation
- How to make your own weights for your Canopy
- Where to buy weights for your Canopy
- Cascade Harvest Coalition
- Farmers Market Coalition
- Cedar Grove Composting Requirements
- Farm Aid
- Growing For Market
- Slow Food National
- Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education (SARE)
- The Capital Press
- The New Farm
- U.S. Farm Service Agency
- Farmers Markets Rules, Regulations and Opportunities An Agricultural Law Research Article by Neil D. Hamilton 2002
Market policies
Part of what makes our markets unique and successful is that they also serve as community gathering places and sources of education about the local food movement. Below please find details concerning our market policies, including community partnerships, on-site issues, and events and programs at the market.
Community Booths
Non-profit groups, art groups, and civic groups may be given stall space at the discretion of the Board. An application must be made to the Board and approved before the group may be assigned a stall. The application should include the purpose of the organization and an explanation of the activities the group plans at the booth. The purpose of the community group must be in harmony with the mission of the Market and the requested stall must serve the community and enhance the Market. Political advocacy, proselytizing, and promotion of an ideology will not be allowed. Vendors have priority for stall space over community groups. Both the $25 membership fee and daily stall fees are waived for Non-Profit members.
Dog and Pet Manners
Vendors may not bring a dog to the Market without permission, with the exception of service dogs.
CEFM management reserves the right to request that owners remove pets from the market.
Sponsors
CEFM’s Board of Directors is dedicated to consumer education as a critical component of building sales for local agriculture. Vendors’ fees at CEFM cover the basic cost of operating the markets, including site rental, permits, advertising, and insurance. In order to keep vendors’ fees as low as possible and still fund educational outreach, CEFM solicits sponsors for special events, including market festivals, and the music stage. Sponsor candidates are evaluated on an individual basis to ensure there is not direct conflict with the Market’s mission. In addition, CEFM holds annual fundraising events, receives numerous in-kind donations, benefits from the support of volunteers, and cultivates community partners.
Vendor Roster Publication
CEFM’s Board of Directors is dedicated to consumer education as a critical component of building sales for local agriculture. Vendors’ fees at CEFM cover the basic cost of operating the markets, including site rental, permits, advertising, and insurance. In order to keep vendors’ fees as low as possible and still fund educational outreach, CEFM solicits sponsors for special events, including market festivals and the music stage. Sponsor candidates are evaluated on an individual basis to ensure there is not direct conflict with the Market’s mission. In addition, CEFM holds annual fundraising events, receives numerous in-kind donations, benefits from the support of volunteers, and cultivates community partners.
Market Programs and Special Events
Market programs and special events are the vehicles for enacting CEFM’s educational goals. CEFM believes if markets are to continue to grow and flourish, it is critical to educate consumers on the value of supporting regional agriculture. We plan to annually review and evaluate all our programs in terms of costs and benefits, deleting and adding programs where appropriate. Funding for these activities could be raised through sponsors and in-kind donations. In addition, volunteers could give hours of their time to ensure the success of these events.
Musicians
Live music at the market provides enjoyable entertainment, creates a festive atmosphere, and builds community. CEFM schedules musicians for the market. Whenever you find yourself tapping your foot or dancing in your booth, think about giving the musicians a tip in trade. Musicians report that their favorite part of playing at CEFM, besides the smiles and fun, is the generous gifts of produce and market goodies they receive.