Growing Farmers Markets. Nourishing Communities.

Our Mission

Our mission is to strengthen the capacity of West Virginia farmers markets and positively impact the communities they serve by providing education, advocacy, and access to healthy, locally grown food

Our Vision

We envision a community where West Virginia farmers markets provide healthy, local food, economic opportunities for producers and serve as a vibrant gathering place for all residents.

Core Values

Providing meaningful services and value for our member markets and their vendors

Building the capacity of WV Farmers Markets through education, networking and collaboration

Promoting diverse partnerships, collaboration and communication

Providing growth opportunities and economic benefit for local food and farm related business

Improving food security and health outcome

Being a vibrant part of the community

Benefits to Our Members

Discounts for services and conferences sponsored by the WV Farmers Market Association
First priority for mini-grant opportunities
Access to knowledgeable staff and board members for advice, information and one-on-one coaching
Guide the direction of the local food movement by electing and nominating community members to serve on the WVFMA board of directors
Monthly Peer Network Meetings
Click Here for WVFMA Member Opportunities – Spring 2022
And much more!