North Union Farmers Market Vendors

What Does "Producer-Only" Mean? 🌱🚜

At North Union Farmers Market, we are proud to be a certified producer-only market—meaning every fruit, vegetable, cut of meat, and dairy product is sold directly by the local farmer who grew or raised it.

Since 1995, we’ve stood by this commitment, following the example of NY Greenmarket. It’s a decision that has made all the difference—for our farmers, our customers, and our communities.

Why Does It Matter?

When you shop at North Union, you’re guaranteed to find fresh, locally grown products—never produce bought and resold from another farm. Every vendor you meet is a grower, bringing their own harvest straight to you.

How Do We Ensure This?

We take farm verification seriously. Our thorough certification process includes:

✔️ On-site farm inspections by our trained staff
✔️ Review of crop lists, site plans, and acreage in production
✔️ Verification of land ownership, leases, and seed receipts

For meat producers, we go the extra mile—working with a certified organic meat inspector who specializes in Ohio and USDA regulations.

Why Farmers & Customers Love It

Our producer-only model ensures fair pricing for farmers while giving customers trust and transparency in what they buy. From day one, we help farmers understand how going directly to market can increase sales, build relationships, and grow their business.

At North Union, we’re more than just a farmers market—we’re a trusted connection between farms and communities. And we’re proud to keep it that way.