***PRODUCE AND THE ASU BREAD WAGON IS CASH ONLY***
Question: WHY DO I NEED A Member CARD?
ANSWER: NO :) ALL ARE WELCOME
Question: WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING WITH ME?
ANSWER: Many supporters bring a wagon, cooler on wheels, laundry baskets, Produce bags and other things along those lines. We have boxes on hand as well.
Question: WHAT TYPE OF PRODUCE WILL YOU HAVE?
ANSWER: Unfortunately we have no idea until the Thursday/Friday before the "MARKET". Produce is always dropped off daily..
Question: HOW LONG IS THE WAIT/LINE TIME?
ANSWER: We have 2-4 produce lines to make this as easy and as fast as we possibly can. Volunteers are a HUGE factor. ALSO the supporters choosing their produce in a timely matter all contribute to the "wait" time..
Question: WHERE DOES STVFM GET THERE PRODUCE...NOW?
ANSWER: Being in this awesome industry for over 10 years, we have made some amazing farmer friends along the way. They have the same mentality as we do and that's FEEDING COMMUNITIES. We have produce from farmers throughout the state of Arizona, and now along the border of AZ/CA!!!! We are super excited to have this partnership with them.... NOW no one can ever CANCEL us. We obtain DIRECT!!!
Question: CAN I BE A VENDOR? AND HOW MUCH?
ANSWER: YES! We would love for you to be a vendor and sell to your community! It is 20.00 a day per business. Vendor application link is: http://santanvalleyfarmersmarket.com/VendorApplication.html
Question: CAN I SELL FOOD AT THE STVFM?
ANSWER: YES YOU CAN. YOU MUST HAVE A PINAL COUNTY FOOD VENDOR PERMIT to sell FOOD such as hotdogs, snowcones, etc.. Baked Goods do NOT require a permit. OBTAIN ONE FOR FREE at the Home Baked and Confectionery Goods website http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/oeh/fses/goods/registration/index.htm Pinal County Food Permit link is http://pinalcountyaz.gov/EnvironmentalHealth/Pages/Documents.aspx OR call 520-866-6864.
Question: CAN I VOLUNTEER AND HELP FEED MY COMMUNITY?
ANSWER: YES PLEASE!!!! We depend on our volunteers! We CAN NOT DO THIS if we don't have volunteers! YES we can sign off on your community service paperwork. YES we can sign off on school required community service hour forms! Here is the link to the volunteer signup form http://santanvalleyfarmersmarket.com/VolunteerApplication.html
Question: WHY CAN'T I HAVE AN UNLIMITED AMOUNT OF PRODUCE?
ANSWER: Because we do not have an unlimited supply of produce.
Question: DO I GET TO PICK MY OWN PRODUCE?
ANSWER: YES YOU DO. As you go down the produce line, you are able to pick your very own. WE DO NOT PREPACKAGE OR PACKAGE YOUR BOX FOR YOU. What you take home...YOU picked it.
Question: WHAT TIME IS THE STVFM PRODUCE DISTRIBUTION?
ANSWER: From 7am to 10am or TILL SOLD OUT-- PLEASE NOTE: That we can run out of produce BEFORE 10am! We do NOT promise everyone will be able to purchase a box. Early bird in this case actually does get the worm! Sometimes we have plenty and sometimes we do run out fast. AGAIN we do not have an unlimited supply of produce... we wish we did and we truly work hard to make sure everyone can participate! The STVFM is open from 7am - 10AM or TILL SOLD OUT (NO LATER THAN NOON)!
Question: WHAT TIME SHOULD I SHOW UP?
ANSWER: We suggest come early. We have supporters lining up as early as 5am. It is up to you really on what time you would like to attend.
Question: I AM A SENIOR CITIZEN OR DISABLED.... IS THERE HELP FOR ME?
ANSWER: YES! The great kids from Canyon State Academy help those in need! We are so grateful to CSA for coming out and helping us! We wouldn't know what to do without them!
Question: DO YOU ACCEPT EBT OR WIC VOUCHERS?
ANSWER: NO, unfortunately we do not... The produce is $15.00 and CASH only. Vendors accept cash and CC.
Question: DOES THE STVFM ACCEPT DONATIONS?
ANSWER: YES! We depend on vendor fees to help pay our bills example Insurance, always making signs (spray paint, paint, wood, stakes etc), property maintenance, and misc expenses. This community service event became expensive! If you would like to donate we would really appreciate it and the money does go back to this awesome Community San Tan Valley Farmer's Market. If we start making money our goal is to start programs USEFUL to our community supporters and perhaps one day start assisting Pinal County Food vendors obtain their permits as well. We have soo many great ideas and programs we would like to start for OUR community! We are also able to use donations towards a produce box for a vet, pay for produce transportation, and keep this even ALIVE!!
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