Browse the WSFMA Resource Center to find featured Washington State resources on market management, Farmers Market Week, market promotions, research, and more. We also recommend the Farmers Market Coalition’s Resource Library. If you can’t find the farmers market information you need, please email us at info@wafarmersmarkets.org.

Farmers Market Sustainability – Obstacles and Strategies

As a part of a contract project for the city of Seattle, the Puget Sound Regional Council created this report identifying the issues facing farmers markets and possible solutions.

From the Ground Up: Land Use Policies to Protect and Promote Farmers Markets

An overview of policies and regulations affecting farmers markets on a state and national level.

Food Safety Protocols

Sample document from CFM related to food safety protocols.

Food Safety for Farmers Market Vendors

General food safety practices, providing samples, and selling fresh produce.

Organic Labeling at Farmers Markets

USDA Rules and Regulations on organic labeling.

Organic Labeling at Farmers Markets

USDA cover letter to local market managers.

Wild Harvested Mushroom Harvest Form

Washington State Health Department wild mushroom harvesting form.

Sample Organic Declaration Form

Small-Scale Organic Grower's Declaration of Exemption from Certification

Organic Labeling at Farmers Markets

Protecting the Validity of "Organic" at Your Market

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New Farmers Guide

Cultivating Success at Farmers Markets

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