Mission
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To cultivate self-sustaining roots by encouraging healthy communities and supporting current and future Black farmers and entrepreneurs.
Why We Exist
Food Apartheid
In NC, there are far too many communities that have limited access to healthy and affordable food options. In 2015, 170,431 Wake County residents and 69,240 Durham County residents lived in neighborhoods with low access to grocery stores.
Healthy Living Misconceptions
For some, eating healthy can seem unattainable. Social norms, classism, and racism have impacted the world of healthy living giving the impression that it is not for everyone.
Local Black Farmers
Today there are over 3 million farmers in America. Of those, less than 2% are Black. Land laws, discriminatory banking practices, and other institutionalized practices of racism have impacted a once thriving network of Black farmers.
How we create space
Healthy Food For All
There’s no doubt that eating fresh produce can enhance your health. We ALL need food to survive. Let’s work together to change the perception that eating healthy is only a luxury for some. The Black Farmers’ Market is an inclusive, fun, and community centered marketplace.
Support Black Farmers
Shopping at the Black Farmers’ Market allows you to not only keep dollars circulating in our community but it gives you the opportunity to support Black farmers. Black farmers were once the heart of our food ways. It’s time to reshape our agricultural systems, starting by protecting and supporting them.
Farm Fresh Produce
Chances are the produce you purchase at the Black Farmers’ Market was picked only hours before it reaches your hands! Unlike big supermarkets and corner stores, you get to meet and talk to your farmer or rancher in person. At the Black Farmers’ Market, you build relationships as you shop for fresh, affordable produce.
Partners
“The Black Farmers’ Market is more than a place to shop; it’s a movement of cultivating relationships and resources that empower our community and Trade Union Members to grow far beyond the market.”
How to participate
There are a few ways to get involved in the Black Farmers’ Market. Support by attending a market, becoming a vendor, or giving a one time or monthly donation to the market. Click on the boxes to the right to learn more.
Attend
Shop with us weekly at one of our market locations. We currently serve Durham and Raleigh.
Attend
Vend
Interested in vending during the 2024 season? Click here to learn about guest vendor opportunities.
Vend
Give
Support the mission of the Black Farmers’ Market by helping up become sustainable. Give a one time or ongoing donation following these easy steps. Click here.
Give
FAQ
The 2024 market season will begin in April. Please subscribe to our mailing list or follow us on social media for updates.
Please contact us via the contact form below to discuss.
The BFM welcomes Black owned businesses from a variety of industries. Priority is given to farmers/producers and those who are the original producers of their own products. Please click on the apply now button to learn more. Vendor applications for the 2024 market season are currently open. Applications for the 2024 season will close on January 1, 2024.
Thanks for your interest! The application for the 2024 market season is now closed. Applications for the 2025 season will open in December 2024. Before applying, please review market rules before applying.
At the beginning of market seasons, to become a member of The BFM, each interested vendor must complete an application online. There is no application fee. Vendor categories include:
- Farmers/planters
- Meat/Seafood
- Prepared foods/beverages (non food truck)
- Health & Beauty
- Arts and crafts
Yes, the BFM receives funding from grantors. The BFM is operates largely from donations thanks to sponsors, and in kind donations from community members.
Contact
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