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NMFMA MEMBERSHIP

Farmers' Market   

Farmers' markets must have at least three produce vendors.

The cost for farmers' markets is based on the average number of agricultural product vendors expected during peak season. This does not include bakers, value-added food vendors, or craft vendors.

3-19 total vendors: $25
20-39 total vendors: $35 per year
40+ total vendors: $50 per year

If you are renewing your membership, you will receive an email invitation to renew in March, or contact Membership Coordinator Catherine Baca.

Farmers wishing to sell at a farmers' markets are not required to be a member of the NMFMA, but joining as a Farmer has benefits to help sell and promote your products.

Benefits:
  • Annual Conference: Free registration for up to two people to the NMFMA's Annual Conference ($125 per person value). Additional attendees receive reduced rates.
  • Business Listing: Your market will be listed on the NMFMA's popular consumer and Double Up Food Bucks websites, and in other promotional listings.
  • Promotional Funds: Receive a minimum of $300 reimbursement for marketing your market. Read more about eligibility and restrictions for Promotional Funds here.
  • Second-year Market Grants: If you’re in your second year of operation learn how you can receive a small grant.
  • Liability Insurance: Qualify for affordable liability insurance. Contact Membership Coordinator Catherine Baca
  • Trainings: Free attendance for up to two people to NMFMA trainings, such as farmer food safety trainings.
  • Marketing Resources: Free access to sales and marketing resources including promotional items and signage when available, logo usage, etc.
  • Member Newsletter: Receive the NMFMA’s monthly member newsletter featuring local food news, opportunities, market deadlines, funding, and more.
  • Market Support: Technical assistance with all market programs.
  • Market Nutrition Program Support: Free marketing and promotional materials for participating markets in Double Up Food Bucks, FreshRx, etc.

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