MFM is pleased to announce that registration for our 2023 Market Manager Conference is now open!

Please register on our Eventbrite page to let us know you're coming and receive updates. The schedule of speakers and sessions is available on the conference website.

On the conference website, you will be prompted to make a profile with our conferencing software, Sched. We recommend creating a profile to have access to all of the conference information, including links to sessions. However, a profile is not required to attend - all attendees registered through Eventbrite will be emailed Zoom links each day of the conference.

Day 1 - Online Conference

Monday, February 27th, 12:30 - 5pm will feature speakers discussing the environment for farmers markets in 2023, legislative priorities at the State House, and how you can advocate for these priorities.

Day 2 - Online Conference

Tuesday, February 28th, 12:30 - 4:45pm will feature a series of discussions with practical ideas for building a healthy and sustainable market, including telling your market's story, preparing for grants and fundraising, and business planning.

Day 3 - Networking Event

Wednesday, March 1st, 10am - 1pm, Russell's Garden Center, Wayland, MA.

Come meet MFM staff and other market managers at our booth at Sustainable Business Network's Local Food Trade Show The Trade Show is an opportunity to meet local food producers who might be a good fit for your market, as well as others involved in growing New England's sustainable food system. Admission to the show is FREE for farmers market managers. You must register separately for this event. Register here and use promo code FM_LFTS_2023 for free admission.

We look forward to seeing you!

Questions? Rick Grudzinski, Member Services Program Director: 781-893-8222 x 1006, or MemberServices@massfarmersmarkets.org.