New Temporary Farmers Market Shopping Rules: COVID-19

Access to fresh produce, meats, fruits and vegetables is a vital food resource that connects us all to the healthiest ingredients, and our local farmers, orchards, bakers, ranchers, fisheries and food craft businesses in our region. 

Most markets remain open as an essential service for food sourcing in Santa Clara and San Mateo counties-–see our COVID-19 Updated Farmers Market Guide and Bay Area Local Food and Drink Availability pages. 

However, new food shopping policies have been put in place to help keep farmers market a safe place for shoppers, and vendors, while providing food to the public. Each market may have slightly different rules and food handling policies, but there are some general new practices for shoppers and vendors to keep the food system healthy.

 Below is shoppers guide to best safe shopping practices for farmers market and fresh produce to increase food safety and reduce the risk of spreading viruses.

Each market may have slightly different rules and food handling policies, and we posted links and specific information in our updated temporary Farmers Market Guide and Bay Area Food Sourcing page when available.

Stay healthy, and keep your fellow shoppers and local businesses and farmers healthy too!  #SupportBayAreaLocal