Locally Produced
Only produce from a defined
area shall be eligible for sale at a Farmers'
Market. The most local producer to the market
will be given preference, subject to compliance
with our rules, quality of produce, reliability
and a position at the market being available. En-form
markets have a defined area of a 30 mile radius
of Colchester (exceptions can be made for unusual
products). Producers outside this range will only
be considered if a position is available.
Principal Producer
The principal producer or a
representative directly involved in the
production process must attend the stall. They
must sell their own fresh produce directly to the
public.
You may not purchase and
resell another farmer's produce. You must grow or
produce the ingredients in processed foods, such
as cheese, apple juice, or sausages. You must
also make the cheese, juice, or sausages yourself
(with one or two exceptions).
Primary, Own Produce
All produce sold must be
grown, reared or caught by the stall holder
within the defined area. You may not purchase and
resell another farmer's produce. You must grow or
produce the ingredients in processed foods, such
as cheese, apple juice, or sausages. You must
also make the cheese, juice, or sausages yourself
(with one or two exceptions).
Secondary, Own Produce
All secondary producers for
example preserve or cake producers must comply
with the following rule.
All produce sold must be
brewed, pickled, baked, smoked or processed by
the stallholder using ingredients of origin
within the defined local area. For example you
must buy eggs from a local primary producer and
not from a local supermarket.
Other Rules
If you sell alcohol, you
must be licensed to sell at Farmers' Markets.
High standards
We favour good practices: for example, humane
treatment of animals and sustainable methods
including, but not limited to, organic and
biodynamic production. The fewer chemicals you
use, the better. Animals should be free-range.
Meat should be free of additives and hormones.
Variety
The best stalls have a range of produce,
rather than one crop. We also like multiple
varieties of one vegetable or fruit. We encourage
unusual varieties and rare breeds.
Superior Quality
We look for fruit and vegetables with
superior flavour. Grow good-tasting varieties or
breeds and the customers will come back again and
again.
Regular Attendance
You must attend every market within your season
unless previously arranged. One months notice is
required unless their are exceptional
circumstances. The stall fee will apply in the
case of missed markets unless abscence has been
agreed. Trial stalls may be available to allow
you to test a market before committing yourself.
Do I have to be organic?
No. But organic foods are in high demand. In any
case, the fewer chemicals, the better.
Public
Liability Insurance
It is a requirement that public
liability insurance is held by all stall holders.
The following organisation provides low cost
insurance:
The National Market Traders
Federation, telephone no: is: 01226 749021.
