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The Ohio Farmers Market Network is a 501(c)3 non-profit that provides Ohio farmers markets, farmers and food producers with resources, tools, networking opportunities and a unified voice for public policy. The Ohio Farmers Market Network (OFMN) was formed in 2008 to connect Ohio market managers and vendors to determine common needs in order to create successful, cost-effective, and sustainable markets of every size. Today, the Network is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that provides Ohio farmers markets, farmers and food producers with resources, tools, networking opportunities and a unified voice for public policy. Our work strengthens farmers markets throughout Ohio, but has greater impact where markets collaborate with one another, their farmers and food producers, and stakeholders within their communities. Simply put, the Ohio Farmers Market Network supports and educates farmers market managers, producers and their stakeholders, in support of resilient, direct-to-consumer marketplaces. A vibrant Ohio food system where the regional agricultural community is the predominant source of nutritious food for all people, regardless of income. Show your support for our work and progress towards sustainable markets and profitable farmers and food producers by becoming a member today!

10/27/2026

We are grateful to the Ohio Department of Agriculture for hosting Ohio Farmers Market Network events. The Ohio Farmers Market Conference would not be possible without the generous use of the Bromfield Administration building.

10/23/2026

📣 SPEAKER ALERT! Executive Director of the Canal Market District, Bailey McCoy joins our panel, Incentive Programs Funded and Operated by Farmers Markets.

Healthy food, especially fruits and vegetables, is out of reach for too many families in America. Over the past decade, innovative programs (known as nutrition incentives) have emerged that aim to increase healthy food access for those who need it most. Hear from a panel of farmers market managers who have developed, funded and operated successful programs.

Learn more from Bailey and her fellow panelists at the Ohio Farmers Market Conference on November 12-13. Register here --> https://bit.ly/4rQcFY1

10/21/2026

📣 SPEAKER ALERT! Want to learn about sponsorship? Join Andrew Rome, Interim Director for the Cuyahoga Valley Farmers Market and answer the question, "Now what?"

You have funding, but now what? This session will equip you with practical strategies to review, assess and optimize market partnerships, sponsors and fundraising strategies, both in-kind and monetary. Through lecture, group brainstorming and a hands-on exercise market managers will learn to evaluate current sponsorships and fundraising strategies for value and strategic fit. You’ll leave with fresh, peer-inspired ideas and a practical template to determine what to grow and what to phase out.

10/19/2026

📣 SPEAKER ALERT! Manage the “Small Stuff” and Prevent Big Problems with Christie Welch, Direct Marketing Specialist at OSU South Centers.

Farmers market rules and regulations are more than words on paper. Or at least they should be! Through these dynamic small-group discussions, managers will practice the CALM method to resolve root causes of minor rule violations and build consistent enforcement systems. Participants will leave with a practical problem-solving framework, stronger communication strategies, and actionable tools to immediately improve market operations and vendor relationships.

Register today - https://bit.ly/4rQcFY1

10/15/2026

📣 SPEAKER ALERT! Healthy food, especially fruits and vegetables, is out of reach for too many families in America. Over the past decade, innovative programs (known as nutrition incentives) have emerged that aim to increase healthy food access for those who need it most. Hear from a panel of farmers market managers who have developed, funded and operated successful programs.

Megan Hague, Market Manager of the Northside Farmers Market will share her experience in running market incentive programs. Register today - https://bit.ly/4rQcFY1

10/13/2026

📣 SPEAKER ALERT! Welcome Director of Market Operations for North Union Farmers Market, Kawai Bitto!

Discover proven strategies for using targeted events and interactive market programming to boost shopper foot traffic, extend visit times, and build lasting customer loyalty.

Join us November 12-13 at the Ohio Department of Agriculture - https://bit.ly/4rQcFY1

10/12/2026

It's Conference Time - https://mailchi.mp/ohiofarmersmarketnetwork/vendorfair-9953031 Join us on November 12-13 in Reynoldsburg for our annual November conference!

10/12/2026

Thank you, Farm-To-Power Ohio, for your sponsorship of the Ohio Farmers Market Conference!

10/09/2026

📣 SPEAKER ALERT! Cyclospora, E-Coli, Listeria, Oh My! It's a mock recall with Michelle Wallace of Central State University.

Being prepared for an unexpected food recall will help you and your farmers mitigate risk. While no one wants to have a recall associated with their market or farm, it is best to always be prepared. This “game” will help you better understand the steps needed to trace a food safety problem back to the source.

Register today - https://bit.ly/4rQcFY1

10/07/2026

💻 Register today! Join us for two days of learning, refreshing and renewing our connection to our markets and one another at the Ohio Farmers Market Conference. Registration link in comments.

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San Diego, CA
92109

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https://ohiofarmersmarketnetwork.org/

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