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Because almost everyone ends up with more than they can use and it would be a chance to see what stuff other people grow.

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[–] BakedCatboy@lemmy.ml 3 points 3 days ago* (last edited 3 days ago) (2 children)

Our local farmers market unfortunately only really allows vendors and requires an application process (and a sales tax license) - ie you can't just hang out and trade seedlings and stuff with people without paying a booth fee (of ~$300) so it's really only for people running a business. There's also a fine for every day you're late to your booth so it's not feasible to pay for a space if you're not going to show up and sell stuff all season long.

You also can't apply for a booth later than like 4 months before the season (applications are closed in like Dec) so it's really not geared towards someone who isn't selling lots of product.

[–] shalafi@lemmy.world 2 points 3 days ago (1 children)

Of course there's a fee, running the thing isn't 100% free. Probably about $20?

[–] BakedCatboy@lemmy.ml 3 points 3 days ago* (last edited 3 days ago)

If it was only a small daily fee then it would be perfect for trading seedlings but you have to reserve a booth for the whole season (the fee is about $300 btw) and you have to pay a fine ($50) if you're late setting up your booth or don't give 48hrs notice that you won't be at your reserved booth any of the days it runs.

You also apparently need a sales tax license to participate.

In other words, like I said our farmers market is only for businesses. If you go stand in the corner and trade seedlings then you'll probably get kicked out

[–] Jerb322@lemmy.world 1 points 3 days ago

Not sure about all of the fees around here. But I get what you're saying. There are a few smaller ones that work out of storage units. But again, monthly fees.

I guess it kinda comes down to, where. Someone needs to sponsor or pay for a spot.