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Market Rules and Vendor Application
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is everything at the market from local sources?
The Staunton/Augusta Farmers' Market has been a "producer only" market since it was founded in 1993. The emphasis is on homegrown and homemade.
2. What does "Producer Only" mean?
Simply put, it means that the vendor selling the product has been involved in the growing or production of the item. In addition, the Staunton/Augusta Farmers’ Market requires that this be done within a 50 mile radius to Staunton. Items cannot be bought elsewhere and then re-sold at our Market.
The Market Committee that oversees the rules and regulations of the market is fairly strict when it comes to this rule. This is to assure that the customers are getting the very best and freshest products available. The Committee would hope to assure that any questions asked by customers regarding growing practices could be answered by someone involved with the operation and informed of any and all practices.
So, the next time you visit our Market or ANY Market….ask questions. All our vendors will be more than happy to answer them.
3. Can I sell my craftwork at the market?
Arts and crafts are not allowed at the market. The market was founded on the concept of being a market for farmers and other producers of food and plant products. Since there are numerous other venues for arts and crafts in the region, the market (by City code) does not allow the sale of these items.
4. Who runs the market?
The market was founded as a joint project between three entities: local farmers, the City of Staunton and Augusta County. The market operates on a "not-for-profit" basis, which means that all funds received by the market are redirected into the promotion and administration of the market. The organization has a Market Committee, which is composed of citizen volunteers, vendors, and one market master.
5. How do I get a space at the market to be a vendor?
Please go to the Market Rules and Vendor Application page and click on Vendor Application.
6. When does sweet corn come in?
About the middle of July.
7. How often is there a music group at the market for entertainment?
At least twice a month.
8. When does the market season end?
The last Saturday before Thanksgiving for the Saturday Market. The last Wednesday before Thanksgiving for the Wednesday Market.
9. Can I volunteer to work with the market?
Yes! We welcome your participation and would like to establish an informal "Friends of the Market" to help out with various activities. If you would like to volunteer to help in any way, contact our Market Master. Potential tasks might include: manning the t-shirt booth at the market, distributing brochures and flyers about the market, etc.
10. What is the history of the market?
Click on this link to find out more: History of the Market
11. What is the Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program?
Click on this link to find out more: SMFNP
General produce availability - Shenandoah Valley
(Each item is weather dependent)
