Farmers’ markets

Guide to Connecticut farmers' markets

The Connecticut farmers' market movement gets bigger every year, with over 100 markets statewide! From specialized farm stands to county-wide markets, farmers' markets are a great way to buy or sell fresh, nourishing goods and support your community.

The Department of Agriculture (DoAg) has tips and guidance for buyers, vendors, and market operators:

  • How to sell produce at a farmers' market
  • How to set up a Connecticut farmers' market
  • CT Grown guidance
  • Food program eligibility and guidance
Find a farmers' market near you  

Farmers' market food programs

Farmers' market nutrition program

Farmers' market help make fresh, locally-grown food accessible to those in need through supplemental food programs. The Farmers' market Nutrition Program (FMNP) provides funds to eligible CT residents for fresh fruit, vegetables, eggs, and more. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are also accepted at many farmers markets across the state.

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Sell at a farmers' market

Participating in a farmers market is a great way for farmers and local businesses to increase sales and community ties. Get involved in a farmers market near you.
How to sell produce and goods at a farmers' market  

Establish a farmers' market

Learn how to establish a farmers market in your community. Find out more about the rules, regulations, and different types of markets you can create.
How to establish a local farmers' market  

Farmers' market reference guide

Find everything you need to know about Connecticut farmers markets in this comprehensive reference guide. Get the scoop on licensing, product sourcing, and market design.
View the complete reference guide  

“Connecticut Grown” produce

All CT Grown program information from DoAg 

Discover CT Grown

Established by DoAg in 1986, CT Grown helps consumers find agricultural and aquaculture products grown and produced right here in CT.
  • CT Grown tents 
    Make a splash with a CT Grown pop-up tent. Farmers, farmers’ markets, agricultural organizations and non-profits are all eligible to order and display CT Grown tents.
  • Order point of purchase signs 
    Make sure customers know your produce is CT grown! Order point of purchase sheets at no cost and display them with your goods, as required by the program. Find more information in Connecticut General Statutes 22-38.
All CT Grown program information from DoAg 

Need more help?

Find it in the Farmers' Market Reference Guide

Starting and growing a successful farmers' market is challenging but deeply important work. That’s why DoAg created the Farmers' Market Reference Guide to support farms and markets at every stage. The guide covers everything from establishing a market, to certification, regulation, and marketing.

The guide also has contact information to connect you with the DoAg farmers' market experts for further questions and support.
View the guide today (PDF)