2013 SUITLAND FARMERS MARKET
FARMER/PRODUCER GUIDELINES AND APPLICATION
Tuesday, June 4th through Tuesday, November 5th
Market Operation: The Suitland Farmers and Artists Market opens Tuesday, June 4th. We plan to operate through Tuesday, November 5th. Hours of operation will be 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Once accepted by the Market, vendors may participate for the remainder of the season and need not re-apply until the next season. Applications may be received via email, mail or in person.
Please Note: Vendors must apply for the 2013 season by April 30th, 2013. We encourage earlier
return if possible. Farmer/producers are expected to attend every Tuesday for the entire season;
please notify us if you expect to miss a market day.
Location: Suitland Mini Park on Shadyside Avenue and Suitland Road, Suitland, Maryland
Cost: $225.00 per space, for the season (about 10 wide x 20 deep, with vehicle). Checks, cash, or
Paypal only. Checks should be made payable to STEER Center. Please submit
full payment before May 30th. Vendors must comply with Maryland Sales Tax laws.
Mail to:
STEER Center
P. O. Box 580
Suitland, MD 20746
Contact Person:
Ibti Vincent
301-442-1600
Canopy: Each vendor will provide his or her own 10’ x 10’ canopy, with weights for windy
conditions, and take responsibility for setup and teardown. Anyone with inadequate
weights may be asked to leave - this is a safety issue. Each vendor will also display a
neat, legible sign identifying the business.
Terms and Conditions:
Ø Vendors must conduct themselves in a professional manner.
Ø Vendors are expected to be completely set up before the Market opens, and agree to sell during the entire duration of the market day, unless Market closes due to bad weather.
Ø Vendors must comply with all federal, state and local regulations.
Ø Vendors will confine food to assigned space. (only pre-cooked foods)
Ø Vendors are responsible for conduct of family and friends.
Ø No pets are allowed.
Ø Vendors may not 'hawk' their wares.
Ø Vendors must provide garbage receptacles for any waste generated by their wares, and remove
their own garbage from the market. Receptacles provided by the Market are intended for the use of our customers and guests.
Ø There is no smoking at the Market.
Ø Vendors must comply with all Prince George’s County Health Laws. The Market can provide contact information and guidance, if needed.
2013 SUITLAND FARMERS MARKET
FARMER/PRODUCER APPLICATION
Name of Grower: ______
Name of Farm: ______
Mailing Address: ______
City, State, and Zip Code: ______
Phone: ______Cell: ______
Email: ______
Type Of Farm:
Dairy/Cheese __ Flowers/Plants __ Baked Goods __
Eggs/Poultry __ Vegetables __ ProducerCider/Sauces/Jam __
Fruits/Honey __ Meat (type) __ Other (specify) ______
Agricultural Practices:
Certified Organic: __ Certified by: ______(attach copy of certification)
Integrated Pest Mgt. __ Other: __
Sustainable: __ No till: __
Market hours for public: Bell ringing - 3:00 PM opening & 7:00 PM closing. No sales prior to bell
ringing; all vendors must stay until closing bell.
Total space(s) needed: Each lot is 10’ wide x 20’ deep ______(Assigned site(s) each market season.)
Fee to be paid by May 30th
2013 season June 4th – November 5th, 2013 $225.00 per 10’x20’ space.
Application due by April 30, 2013—first come, first serve!
Mail to: STEER Center, PO Box 580, Suitland, MD 20746
Website: www.suitlandonline.us Questions: Call Starr Harper-Hicks - (301) 669-0777
Termination: The Market reserves the right to terminate the agreement at any time. All terms and
conditions shall survive termination.
Signature of applicant: ______
By signing this application I certify that this farm/company produces all goods sold at my stand. I further
certify and submit copies of my liability insurance policies in good standing. Incomplete applications will
not be processed.
Staff/Employee Information: Please list all employees (if any) who will be working at the market for you. Copy this page if necessary.
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Location: Please tell us how to find your farm/plant for site visits
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Crop/Product Planning:
Please use the following chart to give us an idea of what crops or plants you plan to bring to market, and
what the harvest period for each crop might be. Group similar items together (greenhouse, field crops,
fruit, eggs, meat, honey, etc.). Add in labels or titles for each group if it seems helpful.
Name of Crop or Product Harvest or Production Season: