The Maine Federation of Farmers’ Markets (MFFM) seeks to hire a Development and Communications Coordinator who will strengthen organizational sustainability and improve MFFM’s messaging and communications activities across multiple platforms. Overview Position Type: EmployeeCompensation: $22/hrHours: Flexible,10 to 20 hours per week; Average of 15 hours/ week for the year;Benefits:1 week paid vacation, per year, for […]
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2022 Annual Meeting Announcement
December 20, 2021 CategoriesCome one, come all, and hear all about the 2021 happenings of the Maine Federation of Farmers’ Markets. Join Board members and staff of the Maine Federation of Farmers’ Markets (MFFM) for our 2022 Annual Meeting. The annual meeting is scheduled for January 19, 2022 at 9am and will take place via Zoom Conference Call. […]
Maine farmers rally to support food access program with online fundraisers
December 10, 2021 Categories
Over 20 farmers and farmers’ markets across the state are hosting online fundraisers to support the Maine Harvest Bucks nutrition incentive program. Maine Harvest Bucks provides low-income shoppers with bonus bucks at farmers’ markets to buy fresh fruits and vegetables from local farms. The fundraising initiative comes at a time when Maine Harvest Bucks has […]
Arcadia Sponsors Farmers’ Markets and Food Access in Maine
August 9, 2021 CategoriesThroughout the month of August, market shoppers can learn about community solar options with Arcadia The Maine Federation of Farmers’ Markets is excited to announce today that Arcadia, the climate crisis–fighting tech company giving everyone access to the tools to build a 100% clean energy future, has made a major sponsorship pledge to the Maine […]
Single-Use Plastic Carry-out Bag Ban and Farmers Markets
June 27, 2021 CategoriesUPDATE – Starting July 1, 2021 the bag ban is officially in effect. For full details of the bag ban – follow this link to the Department of Environmental Protection’s Bag Ban Guidance A “frequently asked questions (pdf)” document, offers more details outlining what is considered a reusable bag and a recycled paper bag, who […]
Maine Farmers’ markets see major growth serving food insecure households during pandemic
April 9, 2021 CategoriesInspired by the impact of Maine Harvest Bucks? Please make a donation to strengthen our program for the year ahead. Every dollar helps a family access healthy, local food, and goes to local farmers throughout the state. Click here to donate! In 2020, farmers’ markets saw an unprecedented increase in people using their SNAP/EBT cards […]
February & March 2021 Farmers’ Market Workshops
January 21, 2021 Categories
MFFM proudly presents our February 2021 Farmers’ Market Workshop series. Tune in to learn from experienced market organizers and vendors as we cover a range of topics. Our workshops are always a great opportunity for networking and inspiration! Click here to register for any of the workshops below. 2/1 @ 1pm – Book-keeper/Treasurers Roundtable Watch […]
2021 Annual Meeting & Roundtable
January 4, 2021 CategoriesJanuary 20, 20219am to 11:30amOnline or by phone callClick this link to register for the event Join Board members and staff of the Maine Federation of Farmers’ Markets (MFFM) for our 2021 Annual Meeting and virtual roundtable discussion. The annual meeting is scheduled for January 20, 2021 at 9am. The roundtable discussion will begin at […]
Winter Farmers’ Markets: a safe place for shopping and community connection
December 7, 2020 CategoriesFarmers’ markets across Maine are adapting their operations for the winter months during Covid-19. The Maine Federation of Farmers’ Markets (MFFM) reports that there are 26 winter farmers’ markets running up through December, some even longer! From Kittery and Berwick, all the way up to Orono, winter farmers’ markets are open for business to feed […]
Healthier Markets – A Resource Guide
November 13, 2020 CategoriesA healthy farmers market is about more than locally grown food – it also means a clean market environment and promoting positive life choices! Farmers’ markets have community-focused missions that promote healthy lifestyles and strong communities. There are simple steps market organizers can take to advance their mission and make sure their markets are a cleaner […]