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. Every item available at the market was produced by the person you are buying it from. Also, all items must originate from within a 50 mile radius of the market.
2. 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.
3. 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 Board of Directors, which is composed of citizen volunteers, vendor representatives and a market master.
4. How do I get a space at the market to be a vendor?
Contact our Market Master for a producer certificate and copy of the rules and regulations. Call the market office anytime at (540) 332-3802.
5. When does sweet corn come in?
About the middle of July.
6. How often is there a music group at the market for entertainment?
At least twice a month.
7. When does the market season end?
The last Saturday before Thanksgiving for the Saturday Market in Staunton. The last Wednesday in October for the Wednesday Market in Verona.
8. 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.