Working with State Partners from Idaho, Oregon, Ohio, Utah, and Washington, the 2026 Farmers Market Boot Camp is a learning space where market and food systems leaders share essential information, resources, and community connections with new (and returning!) market managers, staff, and volunteers so that you can confidently open your farmers market and have a successful season.

Boot Camp’s two General Sessions cover the essential tools and resources on farmers market operations and organizations, specifically on managing Vendors, the Market Site, Shoppers, and your market Community. Each session is designed to foster connections, discuss the whys and hows of market management, and create opportunities for us to share our favorite intel on preparing for your market role.

In addition to the General Sessions, each State Partner hosts their own “State Day.” OFMA’s will be our Annual Meeting and takes place Thursday, March 26 from 9:00 am – 11:00. (Registering for Boot Camp includes a spot at the Annual Meeting — no separate registration needed.)

Thanks to a grant from USDA, the Farmers Market Boot Camp is only $25.00.

Note: Boot Camp will not be recorded, so live attendance is necessary to participate in the training.