Farmers Markets
Resources
Farmers Market Resource Manual, SDSU Extension
Farmers Market Operation & Regulations, SDSU Extension
S.D. Farmers Market Resource Guide, S.D. Specialty Producers Association
SNAP EBT Devices for the Farmers Market or Direct Market Farmer, SDSU Extension
Food Safety for S.D. Farmers Market Vendors: Regulations and Best Practices, SDSU Extension
Campaign materials are available for retailers, markets, and producers to encourage customers to fill their cart with an array of fresh and exciting food choices that also support South Dakota producers. Campaign tools include signage, feather flag templates, fliers, radio ad scripts, recipe cards, social media graphics and more that can be personalized!
SDSPA launched a statewide collaborative price sharing tool in 2021 to collect pricing during three timeframes each year over the growing season. We encourage farmers markets vendors, farm stands, and direct market producers to provide data.
Farmers Market Chapter of the S.D. Specialty Producers Association focused on education, networking, initiatives, and marketing of South Dakota Farmers Markets. Visit our event calendar to find information on our virtual webinars. Learn more about our Chapter Benefits.
Nonprofit dedicated to strengthening farmers markets across the United States so that they can serve as community assets while providing real income opportunities for farmers.
National Association of Produce Market Managers
The Association strives to help market managers improve facilities and services while encouraging cooperation and exchange of ideas among members and partners.
Latest SDSPA Videos & Resources
Description: This video is a recording from the SD Farmers Market Coalition’s meeting on Sept. 17, 2025. John Osburn with the South Dakota Department of Health shared about cottage food laws including what is covered, applicable sales, more about the required online training, temporary food vendors, product
Presenter: Kirsten Gjesdal, Executive Director of Downtown Brookings Description: During the June S.D. Farmers Market Coalition meeting Kirsten Gjesdal spoke about Market Partnerships, Organization, and Development. This presentation covers the history of The Brookings Farmers Market, becoming a 501c3, funding, vendor management, and their partnerships with Downtown
Presenter: Curtis Braun, SDSU Field Extension Food Safety Specialist Description: On Sept. 18, 2024 the S.D. Specialty Producers Farmers Market Coalition heard from SDSU Field Extension Food Safety Specialist Curtis Braun about canning directions and cottage laws. During his presentation Curtis shared about changes to the cottage
Presenters: Dr. Margaret Brady, Owner of the Mill Downtown; Jamie Smidt Fowler, Local Food Coordinator, Golden Hills Resource Conservation Development; and Deborah Solie, Project Associate, Center for Rural Affairs. Description: Listen in to hear about Market at the Mill, a new year round market for local
For a complete listing of SDSPA videos, publications, podcasts and recommended resources visit our Resource Library.
Upcoming Events
SDSPA Farmers Market Webinar: How to Get Involved in Food Is Medicine as a Farmers Market Manager or Food Aggregator
Join SDSPA’s Farmers Market Coalition for our 2026 kick-off webinar on Wed., March 4th at 10 a.m. CT/9 a.m. MT via Zoom. Food Is Medicine programs, like nutrition incentives, produce prescriptions, and medically tailored groceries and meals, help provide people with better access to nutritious foods that
Webinar: AI Tips For Sustainable Small Scale Farmers
This webinar introduces practical ways artificial intelligence (AI) can support — not replace — our farmers. We will explore real-world applications for sustainable vegetable plot planning, plant and insect identification, calculating cost of production, and more. The session will demonstrate how simple, accessible AI-based tools can save
SD Farmer Market Coalition Meeting: Hosting Events at your Farmers Market – Build Community and Increase Sales
Join the South Dakota Farmers Market Coalition as we discuss different strategies to bring more foot traffic and engagement to the market. Hosting themed days, live music, yoga classes, recipe card giveaways, and other events has proven to increase sales and overall camaraderie at markets across the
Visit SDSPA’s Event Calendar to see all upcoming trainings, tours and other events.
Farmers Market Chapter of the S.D. Specialty Producers Association focused on education, networking, initiatives, and marketing of South Dakota Farmers Markets.
- Learn more about our Chapter Benefits.
- Facebook Group
- To join communications please email SDSPA.
