2026 Ferrum Farm and Craft Market Vendor Application

Mission: To provide a vibrant marketplace for local producers that strengthens the rural economy and increases fresh food access in Western Franklin County.

Information: The market will run from April 17th, 2026 through October 9, 2026. These are Fridays. The market will be open to customers from 3pm until 7pm. On the First Friday of every month, there will be a dinner vendor and (hopefully) entertainment or a themed event. Opening Day will include the dedication of the new Ferrum Farm and Craft Market playground. This year, there will be a nominal vendor fee. This fee will go towards advertising, promoting and managing the market.

Reserved Vendor Spaces: Vendors who pre-pay for the season will receive a reserved spot at the market so that their customers can find them more easily, and will receive a custom sign that will stay at their reserved site for the entirety of the season.

Payment:

Seasonal (or monthly) vendors should use the online portal to reserve their spots in advance and so that we may order seasonal vendor's custom signs in time for the Opening Day Celebration:

https://givebutter.com/FFCM26VENDOR

*Please Note*

This year, there will be a limit of 4 baked goods vendors on a first come, first reserved basis to avoid oversaturation. If we receive more than 4 applications for baked goods, we will create a waiting list.

Stay connected:

Once signed up, please be sure to join our Facebook group specifically for market vendors to keep up on the latest news about the market:

https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14SqHJAZJGQ/

First name

Last name

Business name

Address

Phone

Website/Social Media

Please choose one of the following:

I plan to be an occasional vendor (weekly, as I am able to vend)

I plan to be a monthly vendor (can attend specific times of the season but not the whole season)

I plan to vend for the entire season (can attend most of the 26 weeks of the season)

Vendor category (please choose all that apply):

Agriculture/Produce: Vegetables, fruits, honey, eggs, meat, or plants

Prepared Food: Baked goods, jams, jellies, or 'ready-to-eat' items

Artisan/Heritage Craft: Handmade goods - woodworking, textiles, jewelry, pottery, etc.

Other

What specific items do you plan to sell? (List all items; only listed items may be sold)

Where are your products grown or produced? (provide location)

Do you require a Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) inspection or a health department permit for your products?

Yes (please provide a copy to the market manager the days you vend)

No / Exempt (e.g. home kitchen exemption, cottage foods, etc.)

Space requirements - 10x10 is provided - will you need more than one space?

Yes

FOOD VENDORS ONLY: I agree to participate in the SNAP/EBT and Double Bucks token program. (The Market Manager will reimburse you in cash/check for tokens collected. You will receive training on this program before the market begins in April.)

Yes

I am not a food vendor

Cost: I understand that there is a nominal fee that must be paid in order to set up at the market. This fee is $5 per market, paid to the market manager the day of the event, or pre-paid discounted monthly or seasonal rates, paid through the online payment portal.

Labeling Requirements: If I sell food, I agree that I am solely responsible for following Virginia laws with regard to labeling. I will also follow Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS)

Setup/Breakdown: Vendors must be set up 30 minutes before the market opens (by 2:30pm)and remain until the market closes.(7pm)

Tents: All tents must be secured with stakes or a minimum 20lb weight per leg for safety.

Trash: Vendors are responsible for cleaning their own space.

Content: I understand that the market is a family-friendly environment serving a diverse community and agree not to sell any products that may be considered offensive, political in nature, or otherwise controversial, as determined by market management.

Management: The Market Manager is responsible for the safe and smooth operation of the market. This includes space assignments.

Mission: I agree to represent the Ferrum Farm and Craft Market in a professional manner that fosters a welcoming environment for all.

By signing this form, I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to comply with all terms outlined above and attest that the information provided is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge.

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