Frequently Asked Questions

These are questions often asked from new or prospective vendors. This page will be periodically updated as questions become more common.

How can I become a vendor?

Please see Become a Vendor.

  • All vendors are required to be a resident of Ravalli County and provide a physical address.

  • Hamilton Farmers Market is a “producer only” market, meaning participating vendors may only sell what they produced themselves.

  • All items sold at the Market must be directly grown, harvested, processed or crafted by the vendor IN Ravalli County.

What is a Cooperative member?

  • Cooperative members have paid a one-tee $65 fee to purchase a share of the Cooperative.

  • Each Owner has one vote to participate in the governance of the Co-op.

  • Only Cooperative members are eligible for a permanent, full season booth.

  • Members also enjoy a reduced Weekly rate.

Do I have to be at every market?

No. We accept weekly vendors throughout the season as space allows. Booth availability changes from week to week and booth locations are assigned at the discretion of Market Manager.

Weekly vendors must contact the market office no later than the Wednesday prior to the market they would like to attend. Requests made after 10 PM on Wednesday will incur an additional $5. (Vendor Handbook, section 5.2.l)

If I pay for a full season, do I have to be there?

Please see section 5.1, Attendance Policy in the Vendor Handbook:

Consistent attendance is essential to the success of the Market. Vendors who fail to inform the Market Manager of their absence prior to the day of, jeopardize the success of the market. Last-minute cancellations create disruptions for the market and may be a missed opportunity for another vendor who could have used the space. A collaborative effort is essential for managing weekly vendor distribution and closing any gaps, resulting in a more appealing market that benefits everyone.

  1. Any Vendor unable to attend a market must notify the Market Manager before 7:00 am on the day of the Market.

  2. Reserved Vendors: If you are planning to miss an extended period during a season please contact the market office to make arrangements. The Board reserves the right to require payment in full prior.

  3. Vendors who NoCall,NoShow (NCNS) more than two times will forfeit their reserved booth.

    • 1st NCNS: vendor will receive an email warning reminding them of this policy.

    • 2nd NCNS: vendor will no longer have a reserved space and will receive an email reminding

      them of weekly vendor procedures.