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BC Association of Farmers' Markets
Farmers' markets operate in every type of community across British Columbia from cities and suburbs to rural communities. Markets vary in size and sophistication, from large sheltered public markets to a few farmers with their trucks parked next to each other in a parking lot or farm field. Now that's fresh!
Programs
There are several pilot programs going on that markets and vendors can get involved in. Click on the program titles below for details:
Workshops and Training Opportunities
- MarketSafe
- Market Manager
- Board Governance
Farmers Appreciation Week
September 18–25, 2010. Join us in celebrating the first annual Farmers Appreciation Week at BC farmers markets.
Highway Signs for BC Farmers' Markets
How to Arrange Ministry of Highways (MOH) Approved Sign(s) for your BC Association of Farmers' Market (BCAFM) members.
Food and Nutrition Coupon Program (2007–2009)
The Farmers' Market Nutrition and Coupon Pilot Project (FMNCP) — (discontinued for 2010) — Markets can apply to participate and get coupons to help disadvantaged women eat healthy.
Chef Friendly Farmers' Market Program
Helping You Connect With BC Chefs! A co-operative marketing initiative that facilitates business relationships between BC farmers' markets, vendors and chefs. The program is helping to stimulate sales relationships between participating vendors and chefs...