The Fleming County Farmers Market has set rules for their Market to include mandatory training(s) in addition to the mandatory training for those that accept Farmers Market Nutrition Program monies from Seniors and WIC participants.  To provide the needed trainings and education, a five session educational program was planned from February 2024-April 2024.    

Folks interested in selling at the local Farmers Market were invited to pre-register for the program.  In addition, Farmers Market folks from the Buffalo Trace Area were also invited to register.  The topics included:  Produce Best Practices Training; Senior/WIC Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program Training; Liming and Fertilizing My Garden; Basics of Canva to Market Your Farm; and Customer Service with information on Kentucky Proud Program.  

The program was offered via Zoom or in person at the Fleming County Extension Office.  Some local offices offered some sessions as watch parties at their locations.  The topics provided the education and certifications needed for the upcoming Market season.  With an average of 25 folks in attendance for each session.