VAFMA News
Winter Farmers Markets in Virginia – Eat Local Year Round
Of the 220+ farmers markets in Virginia, 55 markets stay open throughout the winter months. An additional 30 markets are open in December -- many for special holiday markets -- but do not continue [...]
VAFMA Seeks Instructors for Market Manager Certification Program
VAFMA Seeks Instructors for Market Manager Certification Program The Virginia Farmers Market Association is expanding its training offerings for market managers and is seeking leaders for specific topics to be taught in 2023. [...]
VAFMA Announces 2023 Board of Directors
Dear Friends of VAFMA, I am pleased to announce VAFMA’s 2023 Board of Directors. Executive Officers: President: Dr. Omar Faison of Virginia State University Vice President: Ricky Kowalewski [...]
VAFMA Member Meeting and Board Election
The 2022 Virginia Farmers Market Association Membership Meeting & Board Election is November 9, 2022 from 10am to 12pm. This is a members-only meeting. (Become a Member) During this online meeting, we will review [...]
Recording: Risk and Liability at Farmers Markets
Anyone can sue anyone for anything. What makes a difference in your favor is that you take appropriate precautions, are compliant with local and state regulations, and are adequately covered by [...]
Virginia Black Farmer Directory
An offering of Local Food Hub, a Charlottesville-based nonprofit committed to advancing equitable access to fresh food, independent farms, and fairness in farming. The Virginia Black Farmer Directory is an effort to support and [...]