Mission Statement


Our mission is to provide farm-fresh, nutritious products to the residents in and around Morgantown. The market features over thirty local vendors, each adhering to strict guidelines to ensure quality and care for their consumers. We view ethical farming as an essential step toward a healthier and happier community.

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History

Background

The Morgantown Farmers Market has been a staple in the local community for nearly two decades, each year being even better than the last!

In 2002 a small group of producers, community-based supporters, and West Virginia University Davis College representatives formed an advisory board with a goal of establishing a reliable Market that would encourage local farmers to supply quality, home-grown produce that would attract customers consistently week after week. This initial Market was fairly different from the current Morgantown Farmers Market that we know and love. It originally ran from 7:30-11:30AM at the Seneca Center and only had a few vendors.


With the help of generous community support and the enthusiasm of the citizens of Morgantown, the market has since relocated to its current location at the Morgantown Market Place on the corner of Spruce & Fayette Streets. The new facilities provide ample parking, and cover from rain and sun, making the marketing experience more comfortable and accessible to all.


With our ever-expanding vendor participation, attendees can expect to find a wide variety of fresh local produce to suit all of their nutrional needs. We even hold culinary demonstrations for those seeking to enhance their skills in the kitchen!


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Stop by and experience it for youself, and yes, you can bring your dog!

2002


  • The Original Advisory Committee Members
  • Vanessa Price, Farmer/Producer
  • Dave Saville, Farmer/Producer
  • Jerry Hall, Seneca Center Manager
  • Dr. Dennis Smith, Associate Dean of the WVU Davis College
  • Dr. Cheryl Brown, WVU Professor
  • Del Yoder, Farmer/Producer
  • Tiffany Rexroad, Manager & Coordinator

  • Overseen by Beth Massey,
    WVU Monongalia County Extension Agent, Master Gardener


2003


The first Board of Directors was created February 24, 2003. This year the time was changed to our current standard of 8:30 to Noon.



Grower Members

  • Dave Saville - President
  • Rodney Kiser
  • Vanessa Price
  • Jackie Shisler


Non-Grow Members

  • Jerry Hall, Seneca Center Manager
  • Tom McCutheon, WVU Monongalia County Extension Agent
  • Neva Gocke - Secretary

  • Linda Hildebrand, WVU Monongalia County Extension, Human Resources, Master Gardener, Market Manager


2003 Advisory Committee Members

  • Robin Shepherd
  • David Eddy
  • Beth Massey
  • Barton Loar
  • Richard Hardin
  • Delmar Yoder
  • Dr. Peter Schaeffer
  • Dr. Dennis Smith, Associate Dean of the WVU Davis College
  • Jack Davin
  • Dr. Cheryl Brown, WVU Professor
  • Mike Eisenstat
  • Overseen by Tom McCutcheon, WVU Monongalia County Extension Agent (deceased)

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FAQs

  • Q:
  • Where can I park?

  • A:
  • Contrary to popular belief, there are plenty of parking spots in downtown Morgantown on Market mornings! Check out our Google Map of parking lots close to our location OR bike to the Market and use our bike rack!

  • Q:
  • What will I find at the Morgantown Farmers' Market?

  • A:
  • A large variety of items! The Morgantown Farmers' Market is dedicated to bringing our customers only the freshest items that are grown or produced within 50 miles of Morgantown, WV. You'll find meats (beef, pork, lamb, goat, chicken, and turkey), cheeses (cow & goat), eggs, lots of baked goods, honey, herbs, flowers, nuts, grains, crafted items, a wide variety of fruits and vegetables, and more! Don't forget to sign up for our weekly newsletter to see what is in season.

  • Q:
  • Are you only open in the summer?

  • A:
  • Nope! We have a 'Summer Season' that generally runs from the first Saturday in May through the first Saturday in November. We also have a 'Winter Season' that currently runs runs once a month from November through April. Check the Morgantown Farmers Market page for the latest schedule.

  • Q:
  • Does the Morgantown Farmers' Market only take cash?

  • A:
  • Nope! We have a machine to take Credit, Debit, and SNAP cards in exchange for Market Tokens that can be spent at the Market just like cash. The tokens are good forever and every vendor will accept them. Many of our vendors who qualify also train to accept Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) vouchers and Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) vouchers.

  • Q:
  • Can I bring my dog to the Morgantown Farmers' Market?

  • A:
  • Yes! Make your weekly trip to the Market a family event and bring everyone, including your dog! Be sure to see our Pooch Policy for our rules on behavior and be sure to bring a bag for clean-up after your dog.

  • Q:
  • Where can I use the bathroom?

  • A:
  • We have a brand new building at the back of our lot, which contains two uni-sex bathrooms. The handicap bathroom also contains a baby changing table for your convenience.

  • Q:
  • Where is the closest ATM?

  • A:
  • We encourage you to stop by the Market Manager booth at the front of the Market to get Market Tokens if you run out of or forget to bring cash with you. If you need an ATM in general there are four banks located within two blocks of the Market: BB&T, Huntington National, United, & WesBanco.