Why Vend With Rocky Butte Farmers Market?
We are a small, newer neighborhood market with so much heart! We pride ourselves on the culture of community and inclusiveness we’ve created and provide in this space. We have a passion for supporting new and underrepresented vendors, happily providing a space that encourages growth.
We will continue to host live music every week and offer a Kid’s Booth where families come to engage with educational activities + opportunities to learn more about your products!
The market space itself is very accessible–open pavement where you can set up right by your vehicle. Plus, there are bathroom facilities on the premises.
We kindly invite vendors new and experienced to consider joining us for the 2023 market season!
Interested but need more information? Is there a barrier to our market that is keeping you from applying? Email us at managers@rockybuttemarket.com so we can help!
We will continue to host live music every week and offer a Kid’s Booth where families come to engage with educational activities + opportunities to learn more about your products!
The market space itself is very accessible–open pavement where you can set up right by your vehicle. Plus, there are bathroom facilities on the premises.
We kindly invite vendors new and experienced to consider joining us for the 2023 market season!
Interested but need more information? Is there a barrier to our market that is keeping you from applying? Email us at managers@rockybuttemarket.com so we can help!
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How to Apply:
Step 1: See if you qualify
RBFM is primarily focused on food and farming vendors along with some craft vendors. The majority of vendors at our market sell food and/or farm raised goods. A small number of non-food/craft vendors and non-profit organizations will be accepted based on a set ratio. The following are a list of qualities we seek in vendors. NOTE: Vendors do not need to fit all of these qualities to be accepted.
- Products are grown and harvested locally by the vendor.
- Vendor is a beginning farmer and/or a start-up business.
- Vendor is a returning vendor and in good standing.
- Vendor demonstrates good attendance for the days they have committed to.
- Vendor’s processed products are made by the vendor using locally sourced ingredients bought directly from a farmer.
- Vendor represents and/or supports populations traditionally marginalized by the food system.
- Vendor uses environmentally responsible and humane production methods.
- Vendor’s offerings are based on availability within the natural season of growth.
- Vendor’s products are unique, with small-scale, locally based production and distribution.
- Vendor utilizes minimal packaging with lowest environmental-impact materials.
- Vendor’s products are free from added growth hormones, antibiotics, or genetically modified ingredients.
- Vendor makes a demonstrated effort to provide adequate wages, working conditions, health benefits, and chances for economic stability to workers.
Step 2: Learn the Market Rules
Potential vendors should familiarize themselves with our Vendor Handbook. When applying to become a vendor, you will be agreeing to abide by the rules set forth in this document.
Step 3: Submit Your Application
Vendor applications are now open. Apply here!
The Vendor Application period is now open. Please visit our Marketspread page to fill out and submit your application for the 2023 season. Those who apply by March 7, 2023 will have priority; however, applications received after March 7 will still be reviewed as space allows.
We use Marketspread, also known as Farmspread, to manage our vendor application process, day of market operations, and invoicing. Be sure to get a head start by creating your account and establishing a profile before you apply to our market. Here are some tips and tricks for setting up your profile on Marketspread.
If you have any questions or issues that come up during the application process, please reach out to us immediately. We strive to eliminate barriers to our market so that new and underrepresented vendors can continue to participate!
The Vendor Application period is now open. Please visit our Marketspread page to fill out and submit your application for the 2023 season. Those who apply by March 7, 2023 will have priority; however, applications received after March 7 will still be reviewed as space allows.
We use Marketspread, also known as Farmspread, to manage our vendor application process, day of market operations, and invoicing. Be sure to get a head start by creating your account and establishing a profile before you apply to our market. Here are some tips and tricks for setting up your profile on Marketspread.
If you have any questions or issues that come up during the application process, please reach out to us immediately. We strive to eliminate barriers to our market so that new and underrepresented vendors can continue to participate!
Step 4: Approval
Once your application has been submitted, vendors can expect to hear back on acceptance within 3 weeks or sooner. We may also reach out to seek clarification on your application.
Step 5: Attend New Vendor Orientation
New to RBFM vendors will need to attend an orientation held via online video conferencing. We expect to schedule this orientation for late April or early May. You will receive an email invite when it is scheduled.