Farmer's
Markets 

What to Sell at a Farmers’ Market

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Selling at a farmers market can be profitable, but what can you sell? Here are some items that are always popular at a farmer’s market:

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• Fruits and vegetables. The most obvious items to sell that are always in high demand are fresh fruits and vegetables. If you have a garden, this is a great way to sell your extra fruits and vegetables.  Or, you may develop a “market garden” of produce expressly grown for sale.  Whether you want to become a full-time farmer or just earn a little money on the side, a market garden is a fantastic way to start profiting from your gardening passion. Check out this site for tips: https://grocycle.com/starting-a-market-garden?

 

• Baked desserts Another popular item to sell at farmers' markets is baked desserts. This can include items like bread, pies, cookies, and cakes.

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• Preserves and pickles. If you like to can or pickle, you can sell your preserves. This includes items like jams, jellies, pickles, and sauces.

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• Honey and other bee products. Beekeepers can sell honey, beeswax, and other bee products.

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• Prepared meals. Whether made to dine on-site or for takeaway, prepared meals are often popular and are a great way to test your recipes. 

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• Baked goods.

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Other items in demand can include custom spice blends, mustards, nuts, popcorn, and foraged items. If you would like to discuss your idea, reach out to ed@nwtagrifood.ca.

 

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NWT Farmer’s Markets

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Visit each market’s own website for annual opening and closing dates and lists of vendors.

Yellowknife

The Yellowknife Farmers Market (YKFM) occurs every Tuesday (June to September ) from 5:15 pm-7:15 pm at the Somba K’e Civic Plaza beside City Hall. Approximately 40 vendors. 

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Hay River

The Fisherman’s Wharf market is held every Saturday (July to September) from 10 am to 2 pm.  Approximately 40 vendors.

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Fort Smith

Desnede Farmer’s Market runs every Sunday (mid-June to mid-September) from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm at the Long Warehouse in Mission Park.

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Norman Wells

Parks Day Market occurs on various Saturdays in July at Mackinnon Park. Vendors are invited to sell whatever they want!

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Fort Good Hope

Held once a month, from June to November (dates determined annually). The market includes harvests from the community garden and crafts.

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Inuvik

The Inuvik Arctic Market runs from 11 am to 2 pm every Saturday (mid-June to early September) at Chief Jim Koe Park at the Inuvik Welcome Centre.   

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Fort Simpson

Once a year at the Recreation Centre, this farmer’s market features produce from market gardens around the region.

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Wanting to start a Food Business in the NWT?

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Follow our events page to find the next offering of our 1-day course on starting a Food Business in the NWT.

 

Additional information and free resources for vendors and farmers market managers and Boards.

 

https://www.canadianfarmersmarkets.com

https://bcfarmersmarkettrail.com

https://www.farmersmarketsontario.com

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