Food Safety

Practicing food safety within a farmers market setting is just as important as it is at the supermarket. In our effort to assist vendors in practicing proper food safety, MIFMA has created a toolbox of food safety best practices and other educational resources. Click the links below to learn more.

Videos and Webinars

When to Use Your Handwashing Station at the Farmers Market

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Setting Up a Hand Washing Station for Cooking Demonstrations

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Ware Washing for Cooking Demonstration at Farmers Markets

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What Should be on a Cottage Food Label?

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Cottage Food

Cottage Food Basics for Farmers Market Vendors

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Cottage Food Labels: What You Need to Know

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What Should be on a Cottage Food Label?

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Safe Food Sampling

Safe Food Sampling Guidelines

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Providing Safe Food Samples at the Farmers Market

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Safe Food Sampling Packing List

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Other Resources

Cannabis Products at the Farmers Market Legality Chart

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Cannabis Products at the Farmers Market FAQ

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Wine Sales at Michigan Farmers Markets

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Michigan Dept. of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) Farmers Market Food Safety Resources

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Keep It Safe From Farm To Fridge Poster

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