On March 26, 2026, the Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce will host the 2026 Farmers Market Manager Workshop from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Sparkman Building at the Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum.
The workshop is intended for farmers market managers, staff, volunteers, and board members of public, nonprofit, and community-operated markets. It will address topics such as market operations, regulatory and food safety requirements, vendor and customer retention, cottage foods, sales tax updates, and more. Registration details are available through the department’s website.
The Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce operates statewide to support agricultural efforts. According to the official website, it works to oversee, advance and aid the state’s varied farming sectors and trade for the advantage of growers and buyers. The department also promotes local products and heritage through programs like the Genuine Mississippi initiative (…), offers services including the Genuine Mississippi branding for local products and operation of the state farmers market (…), houses the state Agriculture and Forestry Museum (…), and is directed by an elected commissioner.
The upcoming workshop reflects these ongoing efforts by providing resources for those involved in managing farmers markets across Mississippi. More information about registration can be found on the department’s event page or its official Facebook announcement.
