Market Mission:

Ø      To provide opportunities for local producers to sell their agricultural products directly to consumers.

Ø      To provide homegrown, fresh nutritious foods to the community.

Ø      To enhance Canajoharie’s business and shopping district.

Ø      To foster social gathering and community activity.

A.     Governing Body

1.      The farmers' market is operated by the Canajoharie Palatine Chamber of Commerce.  As operator they will:

Ø      Establish rules and regulations, adopting and amending as needed

Ø      Establish requirements for participation in the farmers market

Ø      Establish and collect market space rental fees

Ø      Establish the operational schedule of the market

Ø      Advertise and promote the market

Ø      Maintain a general liability insurance policy for the market

Ø      Establish a Market Advisory Committee

Ø      Hire a Market Manager

2.      The Market Manager is responsible for the orderly and efficient conduct of the market, for implementing the rules and regulations, and for resolving vendor complaints or disputes. The market manager represents the Chamber of Commerce during market days.

3.      The Market Advisory Committee supports the Market Manager in upholding market policies and periodically reviews policies and recommends amendments.

B.     Seasons and Times of Operation

The Farmers’ Market will take place in the parking lot of the Arkell Museum every Saturday from 10am-2pm, starting on May 10, 2008 and continuing through November 1, 2008

C.     Who may sell at the farmers' market

1.      Vendors must bona-fide growers, craft persons, and/or producers of homemade products or other vendors approved by the Advisory Committee.  Vendor application must be made annually with the Advisory Board

2.      All products must be grown or produced in New York State.  50% of the produce or products offered for sale must be produced by the seller on lands they own or rent.  For products not grown or produced by the seller, a sign indicating their origin must be displayed.  Produce or products purchased at wholesale market cannot be offered for sale.

3.      The mission of the market is to provide opportunities for local agriculture to sell their agricultural products directly to consumers. Craft sellers will be limited to no more than 30% of the total number of vendors at the market Craft products must be approved by a jury committee appointed by the Advisory Committee.

4.      Vendors must comply with all applicable USDA, state and health department regulations. Copies of permits, certificates and licenses must be provided with the vendor’s application to sell at the market

5.      Vendors must carry farmers’/commercial liability and product liability insurance coverage in the amount of at least $100,000.  The coverage must apply to selling farmers’ markets and the Canajoharie Palatine Chamber of Commerce, P.O. Box 38 Canajoharie, NY 13317 must be named as additional insured. Proof of this coverage must be provided to the Market Manager by May 1, 2008.

6.      The market manager has the right and responsibility to inspect a farm or business if there is any question on the seller’s claims of production. Inspections will be made only with the owner or his/her representative present, unless permission otherwise is given. The owner must provide any help necessary to thoroughly document products and conditions recorded at the inspection. Results of the inspection will be delivered to the seller and the governing body of the market, who will make the final determination of any violations.

D.    Guidelines for selling at the market.

1.      Each seller will be responsible for all equipment and supplies for the setup of their market space.  Displays should be constructed in such a way that they do not block customer walkways nor pose any other hazard to customers. Sellers are required to keep their market space neat and clear of obstacles, litter and debris.

2.      Vendors who provide samples and/or products that will result in waste material, such as cups, rinds, and corn cobs, must provide containers for waste disposal.

3.      Sellers are expected to treat customers in a courteous manner and no form of discrimination is permitted at the market.

4.      Sellers must have their market sites dismantled, packed up, and cleaned within one hour of the market closure.

5.      No soliciting by political, religious, or other special cause groups or individuals are permitted at the market.

E.     Fees

1.      The annual rental fee of $50 is due to the Chamber of Commerce by the first market day of the year.  If payment is made before April 15^th, 2008, the fee is $40.  If space is available market spaces may be rented by the day at $7.00/day.  Vendors must make day rental arrangements with the market manager no later than Wednesday of the week in which they want to sell.  All vendors, day renters and seasonal renters, must submit a complete application to the Chamber of Commerce, including all applicable certificates and documentation of permits and insurance.  Mid season applications will be processed within three weeks of receipt by the Market Advisory Committee.

2.      The market space fee schedule will be determined annually by the Chamber of Commerce.  Fees collected will be used for operating expenses as well as advertising and promoting the market.

3.      No subletting of a seasonal booth is permitted.

4.      Vendor spaces will be chosen by lottery.

Farm Name:                 ____________________________________________________________

Contact Name: ____________________________________________________________

Address:                       ____________________________________________________________

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Telephone:                    _____________________________ Cell _________________________

Farm Address:              ____________________________________________________________

(If different from above)       ____________________________________________________________

E-mail Address:            ____________________________________________________________

Sales Tax ID Number if selling taxable items: ___________________________________

Indicate the products that you plan to sell. 

Product     (indicate product origin)                                         

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The market management reserves the right to do spot visits and farm inspections to assure that the products sold are in compliance with the market's rules and regulations.

Each market booth is 10 ft by 10 ft and will be assessed a rental fee of $50 for the season.  If you make your payment prior to April 15th, the fee is $40 for the season. Please indicate the number of booths you will be renting for the season: ____________________

If you wish to rent by the day, please indicate which Saturdays, between May 10 and November 1^st you plan to attend.  The fee for day rental is $7.00 per day.  You may deduct 10% of the total for the Saturdays you select on this application if you pay for them by May 1. ______________

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I wish to participate in the FMNP so that I will be eligible to accept FMNP coupons for my produce. YES/NO

Attach copies of all licenses and/or permits necessary to the types of products you are planning to sell; i.e. Board of Health permits, nursery license.

I, the undersigned, have read the Rules and Regulations of the Canajoharie Farmers' Market and do agree to abide by all of the rules and regulations.

I agree to operate my booth in a safe and courteous manner and to pay rents as set forth by this agreement.

I understand that failure to comply with the rules and regulations could result in dismissal from the market.

I agree to provide proof of appropriate insurance coverage by May 1, 2008

I verify that all information I have provided about my farm and products for sale is true and accurate.

As a vendor wishing to rent space in the Canajoharie Farmers' Market, I agree to save, hold harmless, and indemnify the Canajoharie Farmers' Market, The Canajoharie Palatine Chamber of Commerce, the Arkell Hall Foundation and the Canajoharie Library and Art Gallery, members and employees from any and all liability or responsibility pertaining to any damages to person or property on the site leased by me from said market, when such damages, or liability, arise out of any acts of my own, or of my employees or associates, located at said site.

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Vendor name & Farm Name (Please print)

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Vendor Signature   

Please mail your completed applications and copies of required documents to

Canajoharie Palatine Chamber of Commerce

PO Box 38, Canajoharie, NY 13428