CCD-MP-11: MarketReady Producer Training Program

Matthew Ernst, Miranda Hileman | Dec. 15, 2017 (Minor Revision)

The MarketReady Producer Training Program instructs producers in the key business functions that small farmers and ranchers must manage as they seek to develop supplier relationships with restaurants, grocers, wholesalers, and foodservice buyers, including schools. While significant opportunity exists to build on the demand for
local products in local markets, many farmers are hesitant or unprepared to meet the transactional requirements expected by these buyers to manage their own food safety, insurance, product quality, and traceability risks. MarketReady addresses these issues. After training, producers will be prepared for business transactions when selling a
variety of products including dairy, fruits, meats and vegetables.

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Best Practices for Sampling at Farmers Markets: A Practical Guide for Farmers Market Vendors

Miranda Hileman, Tim Woods | Dec. 11, 2012 (New)

This handbook is intended to assist farmers and farmers market managers understand the economic benefits and best practices of providing samples to farmers market patrons.