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Farmers’ Markets Now Accepting Vendors

With more consumers desiring to purchase fresh produce close to home, a number of communities throughout the state have established seasonal farmers’ markets to serve their local areas.  Following are a few such markets now in operation:

The City of Suwanee is looking for a few green thumbs to participate in its annual Farmers Market.

The Suwanee Farmers’ Market is operating 8 a.m. – noon every Saturday through October 11 (with the exception of September 20) at Town Center Park.

Farmers, gardeners, and others who offer agricultural products are invited to register to participate in the Farmers’ Market.   All producers must grow or prepare their own products (no reselling permitted), and are required to register in advance. 

A Suwanee Farmers’ Market application is available online at www.suwanee.com or by contacting Amy Doherty, City of Suwanee events coordinator, at adoherty@suwanee.com or 770-945-8996.

The Marietta Square Farmers Market will operate every Sat., rain or shine, through Aug. 30.  Hours of operation will be 9 a.m. until noon.

According to Market Director Johnny Fulmer, the market is actively seeking vendors and is looking for products that are Georgia grown, made or produced.  Among the items featured will be fresh vegetables, fruits, herbs, plants, flowers and honey.

Vendors interested in selling their goods may contact Fulmer for more information at (770) 499-9393 or at JFulmer@ChurchStreetMarket.com. There is a one time booth fee of $10 for growers/vendors who wish to participate. For more information about the market and to submit an application, visit website www.MariettaSquareFarmersMarket.Net

The Dallas Farmers’ Market is accepting new vendors for its 7th   annual weekly farmers’ market.   Located in historic downtown Dallas, the market seeks local growers of fresh produce, farm fresh products, homemade food items and natural crafts. 

Vendors will need to be aware of local and state sales and use regulations and licensing laws.   There are no fees for vendors. 

Vendors must be registered prior to opening day and will be accepted from surrounding counties including Cobb, Douglas and Polk.

Opening day is scheduled for Saturday, June 14, and the market will operate through September.  Hours are 7 a.m. until noon each Saturday.  For more information, contact Susan Breen at 770-443-4349.