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Industry Studies

Direct from Tennessee 5: Observations,Quotes and Data from Market Managers,Vendors and Customers

Author(s): Megan Bruch Leffew Rob Holland

Material(s):
PB |

Program Area(s): Farmers Markets | Topic(s): Industry Studies

Business Planning

A Guide for Considering and Developing a Farmers Market in Tennessee

Author(s): Rob Holland Megan Bruch Leffew

Material(s):
PB |

Program Area(s): Farmers Markets | Topic(s): Business Planning

Business Planning

​So You Think You Want to Start a Farmers Market? Questions for Discussion and Investigation

Author(s): Megan Bruch Leffew

Material(s):
CPA Info Sheet |

Program Area(s): Farmers Markets | Topic(s): Business Planning

Business Planning

A Guide for Developing a Farmers Market in Tennessee

Author(s): Rachel Painter Kathy Hayton Chippendale

Material(s):
PB |

Program Area(s): Farmers Markets | Topic(s): Business Planning

Business Management

2022 Tennessee Farmers Market Training Recording

Author(s): Rachel Painter

Description: The 2022 farmers market training includes presentations about best practices for market managers, funding opportunities, and the Read More… produce safety program. The program concludes with a panel discussion featuring our speakers, UT Extension Specialists, and the Tennessee Department of Agriculture.

Material(s):
Video |

Program Area(s): Farmers Markets | Topic(s): Business Management

Regulations – General Business

​Allowable Units of Retail Sales for Fruits and Vegetables

Author(s): Amy Ladd

Material(s):
CPA Info Sheet |

Program Area(s): Craft Beverages, Farmers Markets | Topic(s): Regulations – General Business

Regulations – General Business

Tennessee Taxation of Nonprofit Organizations

Author(s):

Description: From the publication, “This manual provides information on sales and use tax, business tax, franchise and excise tax, and other Read More… miscellaneous taxes. Please note that this manual is not all encompassing. Please see the Department of Revenue’s (the “Department”) in-depth manuals on sales and use tax, business tax, franchise and excise tax, and alcohol tax for additional information. It is always a good idea to consult with a tax professional regarding any tax questions specific to your situation.”

Material(s):
Other PDF |

Program Area(s): Farmers Markets, General Business Essentials | Topic(s): Regulations – General Business

Regulations – Food Manufacturing

Farmers Market State Compliance Guide

Author(s): Tennessee Department of Agriculture

Material(s):
Other PDF |

Program Area(s): Farmers Markets | Topic(s): Regulations – Food Manufacturing

Regulations – Food Manufacturing

Regulatory Considerations for Marketing Sprouts, Microgreens and Baby Greens in Tennessee

Author(s): Megan Bruch Leffew Rachel Painter

Description: Tennessee producers interested in growing sprouts, microgreens and baby greens often have questions regarding the application of food Read More… manufacturing regulations to the sale of these products. Whether or not food manufacturing and labeling regulations apply depends upon how the product is treated postharvest. This
publication provides guidance to producers to help determine when sprouts, microgreens and baby greens may be sold as raw
agricultural products without further food manufacturing regulation and when food manufacturing licensing may apply. This
publication provides information about the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule, recommendations
regarding production and postharvest handling to maintain food safety and product quality, and labeling requirements for various
scenarios.

Material(s):
W |

Program Area(s): Farmers Markets, Value-Added Food Manufacturing | Topic(s): Regulations – Food Manufacturing

Marketing – General

Connecting with Customers at Farmers Markets (CPA Info #426)

Author(s): Rachel Painter

Material(s):
Presentation PDF |

Program Area(s): Farmers Markets | Topic(s): Marketing – General

Marketing – Pricing

Farmers Market Price Reports

Author(s): University of Kentucky

Material(s):
Website Link |

Program Area(s): Farmers Markets | Topic(s): Marketing – Pricing

Market Channels/Place

E-Commerce for Direct Farm Marketers: An Overview of Locallygrown.net and Case Studies of Online Markets in Tennessee

Author(s): Chuck Grigsby Megan Bruch Leffew

Material(s):
PB |

Program Area(s): Farmers Markets | Topic(s): Market Channels/Place

Market Channels/Place

E-Commerce for Direct Farm Marketers: An Overview of Small Farm Central’s Site Builder (D48)​

Author(s): Chuck Grigsby Megan Bruch Leffew

Material(s):
D |

Program Area(s): Farmers Markets | Topic(s): Market Channels/Place

Food Safety

Food Safety Best Practices for Farmers Markets

Author(s): Faith Critzer Hal Pepper

Material(s):
SP |

Program Area(s): Farmers Markets | Topic(s): Food Safety

Other

​Farmers Market Liability

Author(s): Rusty Rumley

Material(s):
Presentation PDF |

Program Area(s): Farmers Markets | Topic(s): Other | Event(s): 2015 Farmers Market Manager Training

Other

Resources for Specialty Crop Growers Available Through the Center for Profitable Agriculture

Author(s): Hal Pepper

Material(s):
Presentation PDF |

Program Area(s): Farmers Markets | Topic(s): Other | Event(s): 2015 Farmers Market Boot Camp

Other

​Milk Sales and Poultry Exemptions

Author(s): Mike Brown

Material(s):
Presentation PDF |

Program Area(s): Farmers Markets | Topic(s): Other | Event(s): 2015 Farmers Market Boot Camp

Other

Whole Farm Revenue Protection

Author(s): Terri Lemire

Material(s):
Presentation PDF |

Program Area(s): Farmers Markets | Topic(s): Other | Event(s): 2015 Farmers Market Boot Camp

Other

Be Outstanding with a Fabulous Farmers Market Booth Display

Author(s): Amy Tavalin

Material(s):
Presentation PDF |

Program Area(s): Farmers Markets | Topic(s): Other | Event(s): 2015 Farmers Market Boot Camp

Other

Are You Covered When Selling Fruits and Vegetables? Be Informed About Product Liability Risk

Author(s): Hal Pepper

Material(s):
Presentation PDF |

Program Area(s): Farmers Markets | Topic(s): Other | Event(s): 2014 Farmers Market Boot Camp, 2015 Farmers Market Boot Camp

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