When SNAP recipients shop at a retail store, they gather their purchases, then pay at the cash register with their EBT card. Farmers’ markets are a bit more challenging, since each farmer is essentially a different “shop”. Maine markets use different techniques to manage EBT payments. Below are definitions from the two most common systems. […]
January 2016
2016 Maine Farmers’ Market Convention Schedule
January 22, 2016 CategoriesFor a printable version of this schedule, click here.
Final Week to Register for Convention
January 21, 2016 CategoriesIt’s time to register for the Maine Farmer’s Market Convention. One recent registrant wrote, “Two friends and I are attending the conference next weekend. CAN’T WAIT!! I enjoyed myself so much the past couple years!” It’s true – hanging out in a relaxed setting with a large group of people who are passionate about farmers’ markets is FUN. […]