Become a FMNZ Member
Join your fellow Farmers' Markets in a nationwide movement for local food!
Aotearoa is wildly abundant. From sea to soil, we grow and produce a phenomenal variety of food, enough to feed 40 million people.
FMNZ is here to make sure that abundance stays connected to people and place, with vibrant regional farmers' markets, thriving small producers, and local, seasonal food our communities can rely on.
Farmers' markets aren't just a place to shop for groceries, they’re your hub for local food and connection. Where relationships with growers, farmers and makers are built, sustainability is central, and more money stays circulating in local hands, helping regional economies thrive.
We’re on a mission to bridge the real gaps between what our regions produce and what our communities can easily access. Growing a strong, connected network of farmers' markets that make local food visible, reachable, and valued.
Join as a member market, or support as an individual, and be part of the collective movement building thriving local food systems across New Zealand!
The Perks!
What you'll receive with your FMNZ Membership
Along with joining a thriving collective of genuine Farmers' Markets across New Zealand, you'll gain access to the following benefits
Authenticity Seal
Receive the FMNZ authentic New Zealand Farmers' Market seal, to signify your market as a genuine, local food market for your community.
Be recognised as a destination for local food shopping, under the National FMNZ Brand across the country. A reassurance to customers that they can trust your authentic market for fresh, amazing food, all produced locally.
View our authenticity standard here:
www.farmersmarkets.org/about/authenticity
Professional Assistance
Our executive team in your corner. We'll help you set up your market with a library of detailed resources, along with ongoing support to help your regional Farmers' Market thrive.
From advocacy, marketing, and advice, along with help setting up frameworks, including MPI food plans, templates and market management systems.
We have first-hand experience as market managers and stallholders combined with our professional skillset and are here for you when you need it!
Meet our team here:
www.farmersmarkets.org/about/committee
Exclusive Discounts
Receive great deals and discounts from FMNZ supporting businesses for your Farmers' Market journey:
10% off Simply Jute Bags
www.simplyjute.co.nz10% off Hercules Gazebos
www.herculesgazebo.co.nzUp to 50% off Rocketspark websites for Farmers Markets
www.rocketspark.com/nz/With more to come soon!
Your Market on our Website and Socials
As a FMNZ member market, you'll be listed on our website's market directory, map and have your own listed page for great exposure and traffic. (listed pages coming soon!)
Get found with ease on New Zealand's only Farmers' Market dedicated organisation and website.
We also advertise our member markets weekly on our socials stories.
We'll help you get the word out and bring your people to you!
Biannual FMNZ Conference
Every two years, join us for our two-day national Farmers' Market conference, where all member markets, associated organisations and professionals gather together.
It's a fantastic opportunity to network with fellow market vendors, managers and committee members, learn from experts and hear the latest about Farmers' Markets in NZ and overseas.
We dive into a range of topics regarding Farmers' Markets, local food, government, sustainability and so much more.
Held in winter during quieter times, it is the perfect space to connect and reinvigorate for the busy seasons to come.
We look forward to seeing you in 2027!
Market Manager Support Group
Your Market Manager (MM) will gain access to a VIP, closed group with fellow MM's from member markets across the country.
A fantastic resource and space to stay connected, ask questions, share experiences and support each other to help your respective markets prosper.
Forming a network to lean on when you feel stuck or want to bounce ideas off of too!
FMNZ Membership Options
Annual FMNZ Membership runs from 1st April - 31st March
All members must meet initial and ongoing criteria outlined in the FMNZ constitution.
*FMNZ is not GST registered.
Please view options and apply below:
Farmers Market Annual Membership
Year-round Market with an average of 20 or more vendors per week: $350.00
Year-round Market with an average of less than 20 vendors per week: $250.00
Seasonal Market which does not operate all year round: $170.00
If you have a unique market operation, please email us or apply below.
Vendor or Supporter Membership
$50.00 Annually
Vendor Membership
This membership is for a vendor who wishes to belong to FMNZ if their market is not currently a member. Selection criteria will be applied on a case by case basis.
Supporter Member
A business, organisation or society who wish to support and be associated with FMNZ can become a Supporter Member.
About FMNZ
Helping grow Aotearoa NZ's access to fresh, local food through thriving regional Farmers' Markets. When you know your farmers, makers and bakers - you know your food!
Get in Touch
secfmnz@gmail.com
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