Statement of Purpose

The Healdsburg Certified Farmers’ Market is primarily a FARMERS’ market for the benefit of growers and producers of agricultural products, and for the benefit of consumers.
The HCFM is a Mutual Benefit, Nonprofit Corporation.

The purpose, as stated in the Bylaws, is to plan, maintain and protect the Healdsburg Certified Farmers’ Market, which:

• Provides for the direct marketing of high quality, reasonably priced produce for the benefit of producers and consumers;
• Educates the public so they will understand the importance of supporting local, sustainable agriculture, and preserving the agricultural heritage and character of the City of Healdsburg and the surrounding community
• Raises awareness of the health benefits provided by the growing and availability of fresh, seasonal produce to the individual and the community.