Eleven WA recipients will share $469,000 through the Farmers’ Market Grant Scheme, supporting business sustainability, operations and growth.
The Western Australian government is providing funding to support farmers’ markets across Western Australia, aimed at improving operations and supporting local producers.
The successful applicants include eight existing farmers’ markets and three new operations across Perth, the Mid West, Wheatbelt, South West and Peel regions.
Funding will be used for infrastructure, compliance, marketing and development planning. It can also support business planning, food safety training, market development and one off projects focused on financial sustainability.
Farmers’ markets serve as community and tourism hubs, connecting growers, value add businesses and artisans directly with consumers.
“The Farmers’ Market Grant Scheme is the first in Australia to support these important community hubs, which not only celebrate fresh WA produce and agrifoods but also connect local businesses and providers with communities and support local tourism,” said agriculture and food minister Jackie Jarvis.
“This funding will assist farmers’ markets in building capability and ensuring a sustainable business model for future success.
“I encourage all Western Australians to check out their local farmers’ market, support local businesses and source some great local fresh produce.”
Farmers Market grant recipients
- Collie Farmers Market Inc – $28,956.
- Geraldton Greenough Farmers Market Inc – $46,159.
- Kalamunda Chamber of Commerce – $36,420.
- Manjimup Visitors Centre – $50,000.
- Mt Claremont Farmers Market (Mt Claremont Primary P&C) – $50,000.
- Peel Produce Market – $50,000.
- Scarborough Primary School P&C Association – $27,194.
- Stirling Farmers Market (Rotary Club of Karrinyup Inc.) – $50,000.
- Subi Farmers Market – $50,000.
- Toodyay Farmers Market – $42,364.
- The Local Farmers Market, Wandi – $37,912.