Ohio Farmers' Markets

04/26/2026

Thank you for your interest in this year’s Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program. We are aware that some applicants are currently experiencing unexpected technical difficulties with the application system. We appreciate your patience as we work to address the issue.

If you need assistance completing your application, please don’t hesitate to call your local Area Agency on Aging at 1-866-243-5678.

04/16/2026

✨ NEW Resource for SNAP Retailers ✨ - https://mailchi.mp/ohiofarmersmarketnetwork/senior-farmers-market-nutrition-program-9950232

03/27/2026

Great day at the Ohio Farmers Market Conference Ohio Farmers Market Network. Central State University Extension shared great education on a mock recall.

03/18/2026

Please participate in the survey.

Your experience matters.

Starting February 17, farmers market managers across the country will be invited to participate in the National Farmers Market Survey. The data collected will strengthen market resources, inform policy, and elevate the needs of markets nationwide.

Learn more about the project and who is involved → www.canr.msu.edu/NFMS

03/12/2026

In 2025, the USDA’s unexpectedly terminated our major federal grant award. As a result, the Produce Perks SNAP Match program will be paused in some regions of Ohio beginning April 1, 2026. This is a temporary pause, not a permanent shutdown. The Family Fruit and Vegetable Program and the Produce Prescription Program both remain fully operational. Learn more about how the Produce Perks SNAP Match Program paise impacts your region by visiting produceperks.org/pause or texting “PAUSE” to 5136434264.

03/02/2026

If you are currently accepting SNAP, these webinars are for you.

📣Attention Authorized SNAP Farmers Markets and Farmers! - https://mailchi.mp/ohiofarmersmarketnetwork/senior-farmers-market-nutrition-program-9949542

02/17/2026

Registration is open!!

⏰It's Conference Time! - https://mailchi.mp/ohiofarmersmarketnetwork/senior-farmers-market-nutrition-program-9949124

02/14/2026

Come joins us to get the skinny on donut production 🍩 😊

🌾 Ohio Agritourism Conference 2026 🌾Grow Your Farm. Grow Your Reach. Grow Your Community. 👉 Register or learn more: go.osu.edu/agritourism

Are you ready to boost your agritourism business? Join fellow farmers and agritourism operators for a full day of learning, sharing, and inspiration at two incredible Ohio farm venues!

📅 Tuesday, March 19, 2026
⏰ 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
📍 Event Locations:
🚜 Lohstroh Family Farms — 15632 OH‑56, Mt. Sterling, OH
🏚️ The Old Barns at Dry Run Farms — 20521 Pherson Pike, Williamsport, OH

What to expect:
🍩 Strategies to increase revenue through donut production & sales
🤖 How AI tools can help you reach the right customers
🌱 Insight into upcoming agritourism trends and opportunities in Ohio
🤝 Networking with peers and tours of two successful farm operations
💲 Cost: $35 per person (pre‑payment required)
Come learn from fellow operators, share your own experiences, and see firsthand how agritourism is thriving across Ohio!

01/22/2026

Your experience matters.

Starting February 17, farmers market managers across the country will be invited to participate in the National Farmers Market Survey. The data collected will strengthen market resources, inform policy, and elevate the needs of markets nationwide.

Learn more about the project and who is involved → www.canr.msu.edu/NFMS

01/20/2026

Hearing from Ohio Farmers Market NetworkFarmers Market Network on increasing sales through farmers markets Ohio Produce Growers & Marketers Association.

12/09/2025

Attention SFMNP Farmers and Farmers Markets! We're ready for feedback on program year 2025. Please check your email for a link to this year's survey.