Farmers markets, farm markets and individual sellers of fruits and vegetables at roadside stands are commonly found throughout Michigan. Farmers markets range from well-established operations in permanent structures to temporary sites using folding tables or truck tailgates. A vibrant entrepreneurial agriculture industry that is focusing on value added processing and sales has greatly increased the numbers of markets such as these in Michigan.
All markets must be established in accordance with local ordinance and operated in compliance with Act No. 92, the Michigan Food Law.
What is a Farmers Market?
Farmers Market - A location where farmers may transport and sell to the public fruits, vegetables or other agricultural products. Farmers market vendors may operate intermittently but for licensing purposes will be considered a permanent operation.
Farm Market - An on-farm location where an individual farmer may sell to the public fruits, vegetables or other agricultural products. On-farm markets may operate intermittently but for licensing purposes will be considered a permanent operation. Learn more about right to farm operations.
Roadside Stand - A temporary operation where an individual farmer may transport and sell to the public fruits, vegetables or other agricultural products.
