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ABOUT THE GUERNSEY COUNTY FARMERS MARKET
About the Organization Guernsey County Farmers Market was founded in 2006 The original Friday market at US Bank had 7 vendors. By 2007, GCFM had grown to 22 weekly vendors The goals in 2006 were the same as the goals are today – To create venues where local farmers can connect directly with Consumers, to build community in an urban setting, And to provide public education on regional farming gardening and food preparation.
GCFM is a 501(c) 3 not-for-profit organization operated and governed by a volunteer board. The organization is funded through vendor fees, and countless hours of volunteer time.
Board 2011 Board of Directors
The Guernsey County Farmers Market Board of Directors reflects a Cross-section of community interests drawn together to support regional agriculture.
Marcia Reynolds, President Toni Stillion, Vice-President Cookie Connell, Treasurer/ Market manager Donna Hardy, Secretary Members-At-Large Senti Longkumer Tammy Stillion
The Guernsey County Farmers Market is managed and operated by our dedicated Board
The Guernsey County Farmers Market is a collection of farms, nurseries, bakers, meat providers, cheese makers, specialty foods producers and Quality crafters . The markets offer a vibrant gathering place where friends meet and shop. It is a resource for learning about food, agriculture and nutrition. A showplace for Ohio agriculture Slogan Homegrown, Handmade or Home baked
Our Mission “To engage in constructive activities that supports all of Guernsey County, especially small and family-run farms and local independent businesses, while creating a vibrant educational marketplace for the benefit of our community.”
Our Vision GCFM creates vibrant opportunities for the region's agricultural community to come together with urban residents to share the bounty of our land. The downtown Friday Farmers Market is our signature weekly event. That supports growers, artisan food makers and quality crafters.
GCFM strives to maximize the consumption of local foods through leadership in the farm direct movement and create educational programs to strengthen consumer support of local agriculture. And explore additional distribution channels for farm direct products. GCFM seeks to operate at the highest level of integrity in our dealings with customers and vendors.
We Value The farmers and the producers of our food. Local businesses that use local products. The customers who so gloriously support our producers. Access to healthy fresh foods to people of all income levels. Preservation of farm land. Community that is created when people come together to support regional agriculture. Strategic partnerships and alliances to further our mission. Financial stability to support our on-going goals.
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