COVID-19 Resources

Whatever role you serve at your farmers market, we know that not only are you dedicated to ensuring shoppers have access to healthy, locally grown food and other high-quality products — but you’re also deeply committed to the safety of shoppers and the products they purchase. Michigan farmers markets have demonstrated this commitment during the COVID-19 pandemic and the accompanying period of heightened public safety.

As of June 22, 2021, the Michigan Department of Health and Human services has rescinded the order placing our state in an epidemic response period. This means the State of Michigan no longer has orders governing farmers market operations, but some adaptations and considerations are still recommended to maintain safe and inclusive market spaces.

Farmers market managers should still consult their local health departments and the State of Michigan for information pertinent to COVID-19 and current conditions in their community. You can regularly read the updates and recommendations available on their websites and sign up for any alerts offered by state or county-level health officials to stay the most up-to-date with what is being recommended or required.

Our recommendations for farmers markets operations during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic reflect best practices issued from a variety of state and national sources. Learn more with the resources linked below.

Resources

Recommendations for Farmers Market Managers

Published Date: July 14, 2021

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Recommendations for Farmers Market Vendors

Published Date: July 14, 2021

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COVID-19 Virtual Townhall Meeting

Recorded 4/26/21

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Frequently Asked Questions

updated 8-14-2020

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How to Set Up a Handwashing Station

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Tips for sanitizing SNAP tokens

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Guidelines for Developing a Daily COVID-19 Screening Program

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SBAM Template for developing a COVID-19 Preparedness and Response Plan

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Michigan State University Extension COVID-19 Hazard Assessment and Mitigation Program (CHAMP)

This new program assists farms and businesses involved in agriculture with developing a written COVID-19 control plan.

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Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) Procurement Platform

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Marketing Your Farmers Market During COVID-19 Webinar

recorded 05-06-20 by the Illinois Farmers Market Association

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Spanish Resources

Recomendaciones para operar los mercados de agricultores de Michigan

Published 7-16-21

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Recomendaciones para operar los mercados de agricultores de Michigan

Published 7-16-21

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Pautas para Desarrollar e Implementar un Programa Diario de Detección de COVID-19

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P-EBT Resource Toolkit

FAQ's for Farmers Market Managers and Vendors

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FAQ's for Farmers Market Shoppers

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Printable Flyer - 8.5x11"

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Printable Flyer - Single

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Social Media Graphic

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Sample Social Media Text

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P-EBT Card with Transparent Background

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"P-EBT Accepted Here" Printable Sign

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Printable Signage

Face Masks Are Optional

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Face Masks Are Encouraged

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Face Mask Required for Entry

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It's "Berry" Important to Wash Your Hands!

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COVID-19 Safety at the Farmers Market (8.5" x 11")

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COVID-19 Safety at the Farmers Market (11" x 17")

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P-EBT Accepted Here

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COVID-19 Handouts and Signs for Businesses and Employers

Available through the Bay County Health Department.

COVID-19 Seguridad en el Mercado de Agricultores (8.5"x11")

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COVID-19 Seguridad en el Mercado de Agricultores (11"x17")

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كوفيد -١٩ السلامة في سوق المزارعين

size 8.5"x11"

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كوفيد -١٩ السلامة في سوق المزارعين

size 11"x17"

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External Resources