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Farmers Market plan guide and food service permit application

If you are a farmer's market vendor selling produce in open-air markets or a market coordinator, download the items below as they pertain to your role.

Step 1 Farmers Market coordinator's information
List of responsibilities, fees, types of food served at Farmers Markets, FAQs and more
Step 2 Farmers Market plan guide and food service permit application

Farmers sampling fruit or vegetables may be served without a permit, provided that you submit an Application for Exemption from Permit and you follow the food safety requirements.

  • You can also apply for a Farmers Market permit using our online portal.
Additional resources
  • Food Worker Card
    For temporary events and farmers markets, at least one person with a valid food worker card must be present at all times during the event to oversee other workers (this would be the person in charge of the event.)
Have a question about Farmers Market food service permits?
  • For events within Seattle city limits, call the Downtown Seattle Food Protection Program at 206-263-9566.
  • For events in all other areas of King County, call 206-296-9791.