Thanks for your comment. It sounds like you enjoyed watching. Glad you feel as though others should view it. I'm hopeful they will with comments like yours.
Mike Lee I thought to search for a market video because I was thinking of making one for the Covington, La farmers market where I sell hydroponic sprouts. I'm a small farmer, 28 years old, self employed, renting 5 acres from some friends, and I make a living selling sprouts to Restaurants, local stores, and the farmers market while making value added vegan prepared foods to sell at the farmers market. And Im am growing at least a full acre of garden space by myself with a 8hp craftsman tiller that I learned to work on. I'm just starting out on my own and I want to improve my performance, acquire a team, and promote my local economy and fellow vendor's and entrepreneurs by articulating the values of supporting farmer's markets and local businesses that support market's vs wholesale produce suppliers. I'm trying to be an example for younger people to jump into growing food while they still can. This video is a good example of what I wanted to express. I still want to see if I can get a short video made straight to the point
I was 4 when my family was interviewed in this film - I grew up at the Davis Farmer's Market - and this is the first time I saw the film. Its so great! Thank you for making this! We are strong and healthy and our resistance is high!!
I'm so glad you commented on the film. Making it was a work of love and meeting your parents was one of the high points. Glad to know that you are still strong and healthy and that your resistance is high. Do you continue to visit the Davis market? If so, please mention to the market manager that you saw the film and were in it. She would enjoy hearing that.
I was studying dry regulatory materials for a County Certificate for Commodities, Standardization, and Certified Farmers Markets. It can be dry. This was a great pause and a very humanizing window on what these markets mean to the consumers and producers. Thank you Mike Lee.
+Wall42007 Thanks for your comment Wall - the growth of farmers' markets is an exciting testament to their efficacy and popularity. Glad you enjoyed it.
No middle man? So there is no vendor fee at Davis Farmer's Market? I don't think so. It is not "Direct-to-consumer sales" at any farmers market, unless the farmers market is free of charge for the farmer. Going to the farm where the farmer is selling you direct, that would be the case. Here are the fees that the Farmer has to pay out from the Davis Farmers Market website. No markup? You have a 100% markup if you don't sell at the Davis Farmer's Market because you have to pay the minimum stall fee. Your markup could be as low as 6% and as high as 100%. www.davisfarmersmarket.org/info/apply-to-sell Fees: Stall Fees are calculated as a percentage of the seller's gross sales for that Market day. A minimum stall fee will be collected for each space used, even in case of no sales. Members: 6% of gross sales ($30 minimum on Saturday, $20 minimum at Picnic in the Park and $10 minimum at the UC Davis Farmers Market and the Sutter Davis Hospital Farmers Market) Membership Dues: $40 first year, $25 subsequent years Non-Members: 8% of gross sales, $26 minimum (You must be a member to sell on Saturday, at the Central Park Davis Farmers Market.) Approved vendors can sell as non-members at both the UC Davis and Sutter Davis Hospital Farmers Markets.
Martin H Interesting point Martin. In normal parlance, direct to consumer refers to being able to connect directly with the grower at farmers' markets. That is certainly different than buying at a grocery store where that isn't possible. The market attracts buyers who want to connect directly with the grower and want to help the farmer sell to more people than they are able to at their farm. They do pay for that privilege and the consumer understands the price may be a bit higher as a result but the convenience and ambiance of a farmers' market is more than worth it. And the Davis market exemplifies that in spades.
Only 14 likes... I was smiling through out the whole video! Wish more people "invested" in their future!! Davis Farmers' Market is now in my bucket list!
Your comment brought a big smile to my face. Thank you! If you do get a chance to visit the Market, say hello to Randii and Shelly and let them know where you heard about the market.
okay! we are in Texas, so it may take a while when my husband and i can travel freely... but i will! as a mom of 3 girls i try my hardest to make it out to our local markets.... :) the food is devine! will not purchase a majority of our produce at the grocery store because of taste n the chemicals!
Thank you for an informative video that accurately reflects the community of people that gather around fresh food. I find that people who go to farmers markets are kind and supportive of others in their community...unlike YT posters. I liked it so much, I've embedded it on my blog. Thanks for the vid!
So glad you had a chance to view the documentary. Davis Farmers' Market is a very special place with very special people. One of the best FMs in the country. Pass it on...
The G'ville Farmers Mkt is a joke. 4-8 pm? Really? 1 day a wk? Really? The City wonders why nobody goes downtown. For a city that somehow prides itself on being "green," 4 hrs on a Wednesday is disgraceful. Forget about parking. Ever since the City brilliantly ruined Main St and 86'ed more places to park, it really shows the dedication of the people who will fight traffic to buy their tempeh, samosas and watermelons. neighboring communities champion farmers. Gainesville leaves much 2 be desired.
Thanks! Hope the new market is at least as good as the MPM. It's a great place to shop and the summertime outside Farmers' Market should be starting soon.
Can't wait until the NewBo City Market opens in November. If HALF of it looks like this (here's to hoping for more than that!), we are one lucky community!
Sorry you guys feel that way - really. As for diversity the film is a reflection of the community that attends the weekly Farmers' Market. We didn't set anything up. We recorded what we saw. As far as the music, I strongly disagree but would be glad to hear what you have to say. Mike.
Thanks for your kind comments. Iowa City is a terrific market in a sweet little college town. Hope you have a chance to view some of the other markets we've featured on our web site.
Thanks for your comments. We were very impressed with the quality of the Davis market and the enthusiasm we heard from patrons and vendors alike. Must be wonderful to have such a thriving center of commerce near your home. Say hello to Randii MacNear (the dedicated and very professional market manager) when you see her. Mike Lee
Thanks for the video. My family has lived in Davis over 20 years and the Farmer's Market has been part of our lives for that whole time, definitely a big part of the quality of life here!
Hello 12string. Yes, when we visited Gainesville the end of January, it was a bit chilly but not anywhere as cold as the rest of the country. The market provides live music from the stage during every Wednesday's farmers' market. The musicians captured on the video is Charlie Lybrand's band.The soundtrack on the video however, is custom music created by Mitran Mitran Music in Chicago. If you like farmers' markets, check out my other videos for exemplary markets in other cities. Mike Lee
