Georgia Farmers Market Association
The growth of farmers markets throughout Georgia has been explosive. In
2003 there were 9 recorded markets in the state. In 2014, we estimate
that there are close to 180. The growth of farmers markets has been a
good thing for farmers, consumers and the communities that these markets
serve.
With growth, however, comes growing pains. The laws and
regulations regarding food safety are undergoing a sea change right now.
The upcoming food safety bill will present farmers market managers with
a lot of new regulations. Many municipalities are looking at zoning
laws in light of the growth of markets. Market managers will need to
understand these changes and adapt to them in their markets.
For
several years, an effort has been made to create a statewide farmers
association. To date, we have not been able to secure the funding
necessary to make this a reality.
This organization will:
1-Provide
market managers with education and technical assistance to help them
run better markets in accordance with upcoming laws.
2-Help people looking to start farmers markets with information on how to set them up
3-Create statewide marketing campaigns about all of the wonderful markets in the state
4-Educate consumers about the markets in their area and the farmers who serve them
We
are going to attempt to secure funding for this much needed
organization again. Please help us by signing this petition indicating
your support for the Georgia Farmers Market Association and the
potential work it can do.
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