RULES and REGULATIONS for VENDORS
The application states that you have read and agree to abide by these rules.
The Blythewood farmers market works to support and promote each vendor’s business, and we expect all participants to do the same. The success of an individual vendor contributes to the success of everyone.
At market
The Blythewood farmers market works to support and promote each vendor’s business, and we expect all participants to do the same. The success of an individual vendor contributes to the success of everyone.
- The market will be held every Wednesday during the season from 4:00pm-7:00pm, located within Doko Meadows Park at 171 Langford Road, Blythewood.
- All vendors must complete a Blythewood Farmers Market application form.
- The Blythewood Farmers Market is a producer-only market, which means each vendor must be the original grower, creator, maker, or builder of whatever they sell. No applications will be accepted from consigners, direct-marketers, or service providers.
- The Blythewood Farmers Market is primarily a local farmers market, giving priority first to producers in Blythewood and Ridgeway, then to surrounding areas. Priority is also given to businesses selling “groceries” (including bread, jams, skincare, and other consumables).
- Application acceptance may also depend on demand for the products sold. Sellers are encouraged to find how they fit together within the market family, offering variety to our guests.
- Reselling is not permitted except for produce and seafood that is not available locally. All exceptions must be approved by the Market Manager.
- All vendors are required to demonstrate compliance with South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) and Department of Agricultural requirements for safety and public sale, especially for dairy and livestock products.
At market
- Communicate to the manager whether you plan to participate weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly.
- Give notification by 10:00am Wednesday morning if you cannot participate.
- If you arrive to set up with no communication to the manager, the fee is $15.
- Any vendor who makes a commitment and backs-out without telling the Manager (no show/no call) will have their application approval withdrawn, and there will be a $15 application fee to re-apply.
- Each vendor is responsible for clean-up of their spot, dispensing of all waste in trash cans.
- Vendors must clearly display the name of their business.
- Vendors should be ready to sell by 3:45 and stay until 7:00pm.
- Any problems or concerns should be brought to the Market Manager, with an understanding that any decisions made by the Manager will be final.
- Each vendor must be hospitable to guests and cooperative with neighboring vendors.
- No discrimination based on race, religion, sexual orientation, age, gender, or nationality will be permitted.
- The Blythewood Farmers Market operates in all weather, and only cancels during operating hours if there is lightening or heavy rain. We will not cancel a market before 3:00pm.
- Vendors are expected to participate in all weather conditions, except where participation is detrimental to their health, safety, welfare, or their business.