Kitsap Market Channels Info Session

Are you a farmer or value-added food producer in Kitsap County or in a neighboring county? Join WSU Kitsap Extension and WSU Regional Small Farms for this virtual info session. Participants will learn from and connect with representatives from several local market channels in Kitsap County: Kitsap farmers markets, the Kitsap Community Food Co-op, Kitsap Fresh and the Kitsap chapter of the Farm to Food Pantry Program.

Event Highlights:

Hear firsthand from market channel representatives:

-What types of producers these market channels seek

-Vendor qualifications

-Weekly and seasonal market schedules

-Application deadlines and fees

-Which market channel might best suit the needs of your business

-Info session will include a dynamic Q&A

Participating market channels:  

Bainbridge Farmers Market, Bremerton Community Farmers Market, Kingston Public Market, Port Orchard Farmers Market, Poulsbo Farmers Market, Kitsap Community Food Co-op, Kitsap Farm to Food Pantry and Kitsap Fresh.

Who should attend?  

Farmers and food producers in Kitsap County and neighboring counties. Includes farm businesses in the beginning stages who are interested in exploring local market options and established businesses looking to expand their sales.

Event Details:

Date: November 20th

Time: 6:30-8pm

Location: Zoom

Registration: https://marketchannels.brownpapertickets.com/

WSU Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local WSU Extension office. Reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities and special needs who contact Clare Menard (345 6th St. Suite 550, Bremerton WA / clare.menard@wsu.edu / 360-228-7301) at least two weeks prior to the event.

WSU Extension Regional Small Farms Program has acquired portable language interpretation equipment to increase more meaningful access to educational opportunities. We currently offer live Spanish interpretation when available. Persons who need Spanish translation services at our events, please contact your local Extension office at least two weeks in advance of the event. Contact Kellie Henwood, kellie.henwood@wsu.edu or call (360) 379-5610 ext. 201.