The BCAFM is here to serve the needs of our member farmers’ markets. We are committed to developing and strengthening the capacity of farmers' markets in all regions of British Columbia, so you, our members can continue to support local farmers and artisans and provide British Columbians with fresh healthy local food.
Related Links & Documents
Check out the links and documents below for information on everything from information for new farmer vendors and marketing to chef at the market programs, conflict resolution and making your market eco-friendly.
Also, if you find resources that are not listed below and you think they might be of interest, please forward them to us at info@bcfarmersmarket.org
Market Resources
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Economic and Social Benefits of BC Farmers' Markets 2013
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2011 - 2016 BC Farmers' Market Industry Strategic Plan
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Chef Friendly Farmers' Market Strategy
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Local Food — Changing Opportunities
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Local Governments Grow BC Farmers’ Markets
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Low Cost Marketing and Promotions
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Public Markets and Community Health
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Tips for Dealing with Conflict
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Waste Wise Farmers' Market Handbook
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Waste Wise Farmers' Market Handbook Appendix_1
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Waste Wise Farmers' Market Handbook Appendices_2-6
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Waste Wise Farmers' Market Handbook Appendix_7
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Why Farmer's Markets Fail (Oregon)
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Vendor Resources
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Displays Create a Lasting Impression
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Marketing Tips for Vendors
65KB - Marketing Trends for Vendors (PowerPoint)
Selling at BC Farmers’ Markets: A Resource for New Farmer and Rancher Vendors
We interviewed 150 farmers and ranchers who sell at farmers' markets around BC. We asked them about how much they earn at the market, the size of their farm operations and what other marketing channels they use. Use the pamphlets below as a vendor recruitment tool for new farm produce vendors and learn about how farm vendors are using markets to grow their businesses. Pick and choose from the pamphlet series below.
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Vendor's Guide for Selling at Farmers Markets
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All Farmers Selling at BC Farmers' Markets
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Vegetable Farmers Selling at BC Farmers' Markets
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Fruit & Vegetable Farmers Selling at BC Farmers' Markets
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Fruit Farmers Selling at BC Farmers' Markets
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Meat Producers Selling at BC Farmers' Markets
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A Profile of Farmers' Market Customers
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A Profile of BC Farmers' Markets
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