Resources

For Vendors

2022 Market Rules
 
2022 Vendor Application Form
 
2022 Youth Vendor Appliation Form
 
Registration form for nonprofit organizations and fundraising groups
 
Market Contact Info and Vendor Resources Sheet
 
 
Helpful Links:

• Iowa Farmers Market Association (IFMA) website
• Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS) website
• Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals - Food Safety
• Food Inspections & Licenses - Black Hawk Health Dept.
• Iowa Sales Tax at Farmers Markets / Tax Permit Information
• Farmers Market Nutrition Program
• Iowa Fruit & Vegetable Growers Assn. 
• Practical Farmers of Iowa
• Iowa Sensitive Crop Registry Map / FieldWatch
• Services and Programs for Farmers

Iowa Administrative Code Links:

• Requirements for Farmers Markets
• Chapter 30: Food and Consumer Safety
• Chapter 34: Home Bakeries
• FDA Chapter 150: Fruit butters, jellies, preserves

Helpful Publications:

• NEW - Vendor Information Handouts
• Marketing Local Foods in Iowa
• Regulations and Licensing - Home Food Operations and Home Bakeries
• Publications on Commercial Horticulture
• FSMA Info from ISUEO / FSMA Flowchart
• How to Be a Rockstar Vendor

For Eaters

• Produce Availability Chart: See what produce is in season.
• Iowa CSA Directory: Find a producer in your area that offers a CSA.
• Directory of Farmers Markets in Iowa: Find a farmers market near you!
• Buy Fresh Buy Local Directory - Online!: Find local producers, restaurants, and markets near you!
• Iowa MarketMaker: A state-wide product and producer search engine.
• Spend Smart. Eat Smart.: A resource from ISU Extension and Outreach with recipes and helpful tips to make meal time healthier and easier.
• ISU Extension and Outreach Local Foods Program
• WIC and Senior FMNP

 
Helpful Publications:

• 10 Things To Know About Local Food Systems
• Fresh Vegetable Guide
• Top 13 vegetables to donate to food pantries
• Food, Nutrition, and Health Publications