The restriction on the types of products that may be sold at Farmers Markets has been lifted.
Arkansas Farmers Markets may operate under this Directive for Large Outdoor Venues. Please click the link for specifics and check back often for any updated guidance.
COVID 19 Resources and Materials
Resources and Information
Farmers Market Coalition: https://farmersmarketcoalition.org/farmers-markets-covid19/
Arkansas Department of Agriculture: https://www.agriculture.arkansas.gov/covid-19
State by state list of SNAP waivers: https://www.fns.usda.gov/disaster/pandemic/covid-19/snap-waivers-flexibilities
Fair Food Network COVID response: https://fairfoodnetwork.egnyte.com/dl/nimZHlnzax/
FNS Actions to Respond to COVID19: https://www.fns.usda.gov/disaster/pandemic/covid-19
Best Practices Resources
Produce Safety - COVID-19 Health and Hygiene Practices
Finding a Local Grower
Map of Food Access in Arkansas
Farmers Market Coalition Webinar on Physical Redesigning Markets During COVID-19 Crisis
Information on Direct Sales Software Platforms
Uplift Arkansas: A Resource for Supporting Local Businesses