Join the BCAFM Vendor Membership Program
Through the BCAFM Vendor Membership Program, member vendors received preferred pricing with a roster of great suppliers and access to a preferred group insurance rate on Commercial General Liability. BCAFM Vendor Membership is annual, but you can enrol anytime throughout the year.
Supporting Farmers’ Markets
Farmers’ markets are quintessentially grassroots – formed
from the ground up as a collective of common interests,
passions, and a desire to enjoy locally sourced food.
Tools & Resources At Your Fingertips
Explore our ever-growing catalog of practical tools and resources to help you grow your farmers’ market, organization and business.
Become a Member Farmers’ Market
We are committed to developing and strengthening the capacity of farmers’ markets in all regions of BC through training, promotion, education, research and advocacy. Farmers’ market membership application is now open.
Connecting. Community. Resources.
FOR FARMERS’ MARKET AND VENDORS
Whether you are a market manager, vendor, or board member, our Tools & Resources section offers a wealth of information customized just for you. Search for regulatory and policy information, training manuals, videos, sample documents, case studies, and more.
What We’ve Been Working On
PROGRAMS & CAMPAIGNS
BCAFM is proud to be a new member of Farmers for Climate Solutions (FCS), a coalition of farming organizations that represents over 20,000 Canadian farmers.
Find out more about this program and what else we’ve been working on to support, develop and promote farmers’ markets across the province.
Programs & CampaignsBC Farmers’ Market Nutrition Coupon Program
We collaborate with community organizations and BCAFM member farmers’ markets to provide farmers’ market coupons to lower-income families, pregnant women and seniors.
Learn MoreSelling At BC Farmers’ Markets
Grow your business, experiment with new ideas, learn about new trends, and meet face-to-face with customers. Find out what it takes to sell at BC farmers’ markets.
Learn MoreBecome a Member Farmers’ Market
We are committed to developing and strengthening the capacity of farmers’ markets in all regions of BC through training, promotion, education, research and advocacy.
Learn More
![🍄🟫 What's in Season? 🍄🟫
We are finding the fun in fungi 🤗 This is Morel Mushroom! They are known for their unique appearance and earthy flavour. Morels are often foraged in the wild and can be sauteed, roasted, grilled or used in many dishes such as soups, sauces, pasta and more!🤎
Swipe to the right for mushroom in 19 languages 👉
What else is in season in different regions of B.C.? Find out by clicking the link in our bio :)
❌Please note that mushrooms are not found in Southwest BC & Okanagan
📷: @the_mushroom_forager
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![Let's celebrate the Earth together! 🌍🌱🌞 Here are some ways to celebrate Earth Day at your local farmers' market,
🍅 Support Farmers' Markets around B.C.
By supporting farmers' markets, you are reducing your carbon footprint and choosing fresh locally sourced produce.
♻️ Bring Your Reusable Bag!
Avoid disposable / single-use items and place your garbage, recyclables, and compostables in the correct places.
🚲 Explore Different Ways of Transportation
Take the bus, bike, car share or walk to the farmers' market and reduce your environmental footprint.
Together we can support our planet and our community! 🌿🌻
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![Featured Partner Friday - Western Financial Group 👏
By being a member of the BCAFM Vendor Membership Program you will receive access to a preferred group insurance rate on Commercial General Liability for vendors.
This exclusive program has been arranged by BCAFM in collaboration with Western Financial Group and covers selling at farmers’ markets and these sales channels: vendor sales, online sales within Canada, wholesales and others.
✔️Check the link in our bio to learn more about specific details and information on Western Financial vendor insurance!
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![Happy Summer Farmers' Market Opening Day for the Following Markets! ☀️🍉🙌
Let's celebrate the opening dates of each summer market around B.C.! Have a look below to see which market is opening 🕶️👒🌼
🍏 KOOTENAY ROCKIES & COLUMBIA BASIN
@revelstokefarmersmarket
April 27, 2024 | SAT 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
🫐 METRO VANCOUVER
@haneyfarmersmarket
April 20, 2024 | SAT 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
@whiterockfarmersmarket
April 21, 2024 | SUN 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
🥕 SUNSHINE COAST
Sechelt Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market
March 30, 2024 | SAT 9:00 am – 2:30 pm
🍑 THOMPSON OKANAGAN
@armstrongfarmersmarket
April 27, 2024 | SAT 8:30 am – 12:30 pm
@kamloopsfarmersmarket – Saturday
April 20, 2024 | SAT 8:30 am – 12:30 pm
@kelownafarmersmarket
April 6, 2024 | WED 8:00 am – 1:00 pm | SAT 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
@pentictonfarmersmarket
April 20, 2024 | SAT 8:30 am – 1:00 pm
@vernon_farmers_market
April 18, 2024 | MON 8:00 am – 1:00 pm | THU 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
🌽 VANCOUVER ISLAND & GULF ISLANDS
@sookecountrymarket
April 20, 2024 | SAT 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
🧄 NORTHERN BC
Daajing Giids Farmers’ Market
April 6, 2024 | SAT 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
🌷 Stay tuned for May farmers' market opening dates!
👀 Looking for a specific market? Visit the BC Farmers Market Trail to learn more about opening dates, location, hours of operations and more! Click the link in our bio to visit the site.
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