Farmers' Market Requirements

Whether you are a market manager, Michigan farmer or consumer the following information will be useful to help understand some of the operational and food safety requirements for Michigan farmers' markets. The documents and related links will help promote uniformity of inspection by MDARD staff, provide guidance and compliance assistance to developing farmers' markets and outline food safety and operational standards for market managers and vendors.

• Farmers' Market FAQ 
• Farmers' Market Self Inspection Guide
• Farmers' Market Licensing Info
• Temporary Food Establishment Operations Checklist
• Guidelines for Providing Safe Food Samples
• Michigan Cottage Foods Information