Backyard Grower

where every grower in the area can be involved at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market!

Local gardeners have long asked us for a way to offer their excess seasonal produce and our Backyard Growers program helps bridge that connection!

The primary intention behind this program is to provide a low-cost entrance into our established marketplace for backyard gardeners of all ages who have occasional abundance they want to share (and make a little bonus money!)

BYG Members may only sell fruits, vegetables, flowers, or eggs. GOFM will provide the tent & tables, we simply ask that you follow our Market Rules!

The Application Process

In order to sell with the BYG, gardeners must:

  1. Read the BYG Member Agreement

  2. Read GOFM’s Market Rules

  3. Complete an application & sign our A Hold Harmless agreement

Once you’ve completed the above, GOFM’s Market Manager will be in contact with you to finalize the process!

We value honesty and a commitment to local, sustainable systems.

Perks

  • Insurance + Equipment

    As a BYG, you’ll be added to our insurance and we will loan a tent, table, and tablecloth for your in-person appearance at GOFM!

  • Reduced Booth Fee

    Booth Fees for BYGs are only $5 per market!

  • Can Sell Eggs

    If a BYG wants to sell eggs, they will need the GCHD’s Farmers Market Permit and cartons must be labeled with the producer’s name, address, and the word "ungraded."

    At market, eggs must be kept cooled at 45 degrees or less!

Additional Market Rules

Approved vendors offer products that align with the spirit of GOFM’s mission including sustainability and stewardship of local agriculture. All eligible products must be created by a local artisan located within 150 miles of the market attended.

Approved Craft Artisan and Service-Provider vendors are eligible to vend up to two (2) Sundays per month. The option to vend more might be opened up to the vendor pending discussion with GOFM staff and their first three (3) GOFM appearances. Vendor appearances must adhere to a set schedule, agreed-upon before their first appearance.

At any given market, GOFM will plan for their to be no more than 4 Artisan Craft vendors at market (this number excludes vendors who sell both artisan products + food products, such as a vendor selling honey + beeswax candles.)

“... I really enjoyed talking to the vendors. All were friendly and passionate about the products they were selling. Bought locally roasted coffee, herbal teas and sour dough bread. We’ll go back and be a regular customer!”

— Beverly Denver, Facebook Review