About Us

History

Founded in 1991 by the nonprofit organization Otsego 2000, the Cooperstown Farmers' Market serves as an outlet for local farmers and producers. The Market's philosophy is to encourage agricultural private enterprise that exists in a mutually beneficial relationship with downtown merchants. Our customers value the direct connection between producer and consumer that lies at the heart of our market. We've grown steadily over the years to become a mainstay of the community, providing fresh products in a friendly, small-town environment.

Farmers Market Mission Statement

 

The mission of the Cooperstown Farmers' Market is to support local growers, producers and artisans by promoting and providing a marketing outlet for their goods thereby aiding in the creation of sustainable farm operations in the Otsego county environs. The goal is to...

  • Increase farm profitability, which will help preserve the region's rural, agricultural character and lifestyle
  • Offer a low-cost marketing opportunity for small producers, which will encourage the local entrepreneurial spirit
  • Create a direct connection between producer and consumer, which will encourage the mutually beneficial exchange of knowledge and ideas
  • Foster social gathering and interaction among residents, which will enhance the quality of life in Cooperstown and complement Main street businesses.
  • Provide access through our active participation in nutrition programs to a low cost source of fresh, high quality food, which will promote a healthy well balanced diet for low income households

Supporting Low-Income Families and Seniors

The Cooperstown Farmers' Market participates in the New York State Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (FMNP), which supports families enrolled in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) and the Senior Nutrition Programs. To find out more about the FMNP, visit the New York State Ag & Markets website at: www.agmkt.state.ny.us/AP/agservices/marketing

EBT Benefits at the Cooperstown Farmers' Market:

The Cooperstown Farmers' Market now offers EBT services as well as SNAP benefits (Supplemental Nutrition Asssistance Program).  Special offer until November 15, 2011: for every $5  of food stamps you use at the market, you get $2 more to spend at the market!  Get the most out of your benefits and come down to the Farmers' Market.

 

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Cooperstown Farmers' Market
P.O. Box 1130, Cooperstown, NY 13326
Phone/Fax: 607.547.6195E-mail: Market@otsego2000.org

Cooperstown Farmers' Market Manager

Lyn Weir

Proudly sponsored by Otsego 2000