Tom

Paul

Here are some pictures of our setup. Since we are just starting out, it's probably not the best, and I'm sure others here who have been doing it for years could give us a few pointers.

Overview: We have a big table and two smaller ones with a large umbrella between. Next time we'll probably set up the umbrella to shade the fruit better. Note the slight indented V shape so shy customers can browse without feeling committed. Under the tables are totes with more produce ready to stock into the table top baskets. The right rear table is standing on a couple of wooden boxes. Our scale is in the middle and the money box and bags or anything messy are all underneath, out of sight.

Big Table and Two Small Tables: Note, free brochures, tomato labels stuck in the side of the baskets, prices clearly marked and well padded baskets to protect the precious fruit.

End of day: Note, Patty and I are both there the whole time, so as stuff disappears we consolidate and shrink the display down so it doesn't look empty. I'll haul tables and empty baskets and totes back to the truck, while she serves the customers. We can move the umbrella to cast shade since the July sun is VERY hot in Georgia.

I hope this gives you some "visual" help. This is our first year at the Farmer's Market and we're loving it. We'll get better at it and make more permanent signs and whatever as time allows. We also don't have huge amounts to move and sell yet, so in the coming years I'm sure we'll have to make some changes. People seem to like our display, but our enthusiasm and interest in giving them a good Farmers' Market experience with superior produce is just as important.

Good luck to you,
Ron and Patty