Frequently Asked Questions
How do I become a Producer at the Staunton Farmers' Market?
Producer applicants are encouraged to attend the January annual meeting and apply for the following season. Contact the Market Manager at stauntonfarmersmarket@gmail.com for more information about the meeting. Please click here for a copy of the rules and an application.
Who runs the market?
A Board of Directors governs the Market by contract with the City of Staunton. The Board hires a Market Manager and Market Treasurer who manage the day-to-day operations of the Market.
What is the Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program/Farm Market Fresh/WIC Checks?
Many farmers who grow fruits and vegetables at the Market participate in the WIC/Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program. Books of checks are distributed by the Health Department or Valley Program for Aging Services.
Click on this link to find out more: SMFNP
Please contact the Valley Program for Aging Services at 540.949.7141
Can I apply for the Winter Market?
We accept Winter Market Applications from January-September for our Winter Market in December.
Can I sell my craftwork at the market?
Arts and crafts are handled on a case-by-case basis as presented to the Market Board.
How often is there a music group at the market for entertainment?
As often as we can! If interested in playing, please email stauntonfarmersmarketmusic@gmail.com
What is SNAP/EBT?
The Market participates in the SNAP/EBT Card (formally Food Stamps) programs. We have our own Market Coins and Coupons to spend on fresh qualifying foods at our Market. Click
here for more information.
Do you have a composting station?
Yes! We do, see below.


What does "Producer Only" mean?
Simply put, it means that the vendor selling the product has been involved in the growing or production of the item. In addition, the Staunton Farmers’ Market requires that this be done within a 75 mile radius to Staunton. Items cannot be bought elsewhere and then re-sold at our Market. This is to assure that our customers are getting the very best and freshest products available. Your questions regarding growing practices can be answered by someone involved with the operation.
Can my organization set-up a table at the farmers' market?
The Market hosts a limited number of Community Guests per season. Permission and scheduling is through our Market Manager at
stauntonfarmersmarket@gmail.com.