Farmer's Market Agreement

FARMER'S MARKET AGREEMENT

This Farmer's Market Agreement ("Agreement") is made as of Effective Date: by and between Market Operator: with principal place of business at and Vendor: located at .

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Operator organizes and operates a farmer's market known as located at (the "Market"); and

WHEREAS, Vendor desires to participate at the Market to offer for sale goods described in Section 4 and Operator desires to permit Vendor to occupy a designated space subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein; and

WHEREAS, the parties agree that the Market will operate during the season commencing on and concluding on , subject to cancellation for weather or public health reasons.

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and promises set forth below, the parties agree as follows.

1. DEFINITIONS

1.1 "Market" means the farmer's market identified above and the physical area in which the Market is conducted. "Operator" means the Market operator identified above. "Vendor" means the person or entity identified above who sells products at the Market. "Market Rules" means the written policies adopted by Operator and provided to Vendor, governing conduct, product eligibility, setup and removal, and other operational matters.

2. TERM; TERMINATION

2.1 Term. The term of this Agreement shall commence on Term Start Date: and continue until Term End Date: , unless earlier terminated in accordance with this Agreement.

2.2 Termination for Cause. Operator may terminate this Agreement immediately upon notice to Vendor for material breach, including but not limited to failure to pay fees, sale of prohibited products, or failure to maintain required insurance.

3. SPACE ASSIGNMENT; FEES

3.1 Assigned Space. Operator assigns to Vendor stall or space number of approximate dimensions . Vendor shall only occupy the assigned space unless otherwise authorized in writing by Operator.

3.2 Fees and Payment. Vendor agrees to pay fees of $ per . Payment is due on or before Payment Due Date: . Late payments incur interest at the lesser of 1.5% per month or the maximum permitted by law.

4. PERMITTED PRODUCTS; QUALITY STANDARDS

4.1 Permitted Products. Vendor may offer only the following products for sale at the Market, subject to Operator approval and applicable law:

4.2 Origin and Labeling. All agricultural products offered for sale must be grown or produced by Vendor or sourced in compliance with Market Rules. Packaged or prepared foods must be clearly labeled with ingredients, net weight, and Vendor contact information. Vendor warrants that products sold are of merchantable quality and fit for their ordinary purpose.

5. INSURANCE; INDEMNITY

5.1 Insurance. Vendor shall obtain and maintain, at Vendor's expense, commercial general liability insurance covering Vendor's operations at the Market with minimum limits of $ per occurrence and name Operator as an additional insured where requested. Insurance provider: ; Policy number: .

5.2 Indemnity. Vendor shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless Operator, its officers, agents and employees from and against any and all claims, liabilities, losses, damages, costs and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of Vendor's acts or omissions in connection with this Agreement, except to the extent caused by Operator's gross negligence or willful misconduct.

6. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS; HEALTH & SAFETY

6.1 Licenses and Permits. Vendor shall obtain and maintain all necessary permits, licenses, registrations and approvals required by federal, state and local authorities for the sale of Vendor's products at the Market, including health department approvals for prepared foods.

6.2 Health and Safety. Vendor shall comply with all health, sanitation and safety requirements while on Market premises. Operator may require removal of unsafe goods or practices and may suspend Vendor's participation for failure to comply.

7. SETUP, OPERATION AND CLEANUP

7.1 Setup and Hours. Vendor shall arrive and complete setup by Setup Time: and shall not break down earlier than Closing Time: without Operator's prior consent.

7.2 Cleanup. Vendor shall keep the assigned space clean and remove all refuse and displays at the end of each Market day. Vendor is responsible for proper disposal of waste and for restoring the space to its original condition.

8. PROHIBITED CONDUCT

8.1 Vendor shall not: (a) sell products not approved by Operator; (b) assign or sublet assigned space without written consent; (c) conduct open flames, hazardous activities or sell items that violate public health or safety rules; (d) harass patrons, other vendors or Operator staff.

9. ASSIGNMENT; SUBLETTING

9.1 Vendor shall not assign, transfer or authorize any other person to occupy Vendor's assigned space without Operator's express prior written consent, which may be withheld in Operator's sole discretion.

10. ENFORCEMENT; REMEDIES

10.1 Operator may enforce Market Rules and this Agreement by remedies including temporary suspension, permanent removal from the Market, withholding of deposits, and recovery of damages. Vendor acknowledges that repeated or severe violations justify immediate termination.

11. NOTICES

All notices permitted or required under this Agreement shall be in writing and delivered by personal delivery, certified mail (return receipt requested), or overnight courier to the addresses set forth below or to such other address as a party may designate by notice in accordance with this Section.

12. AMENDMENT; WAIVER

No amendment, modification or waiver of any provision of this Agreement shall be effective unless in writing and signed by both parties. No waiver of any breach shall constitute a waiver of any subsequent breach.

13. GOVERNING LAW; ENTIRE AGREEMENT; SEVERABILITY

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state in which the Market is located, without regard to conflict of law principles. This Agreement, including the Market Rules incorporated herein by reference, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior discussions and agreements. If any term or provision is held invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of this Agreement shall remain in full force and effect.

14. MISCELLANEOUS

14.1 Counterparts and Electronic Signatures. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts and by electronic signature, each of which shall be deemed an original and all of which shall constitute one instrument.

14.2 Independent Contractor. Vendor is an independent contractor and not an employee, partner or agent of Operator. Vendor shall not represent to third parties that Vendor has authority to bind Operator.

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