Founded in 2009 by community volunteers, the Collierville Farmers Market continues to operate entirely by volunteers who believe local markets build community.
"CFM" operates for the benefit of Collierville, it's citizens, local farmers, and the local community.
Our Mission
- Foster a sense of community
- Provide a market for local farmers and producers
- Provide a reliable source of fresh, locally-grown fruits and vegetables and related agricultural products
- Educate the public about relevant topics, including nutrition and the benefits of buying locally
Our History
Carl Hardeman, a Master Gardner from Shelby County, had a dream of forming a farmer market in southeast Shelby County. For over five years Carl gathered support and researched ways to form a farmers market in Collierville.
Finally, in 2009, after many roadblocks and frustrating delays, approval was granted to allow farmers to apply for permits to sell produce and to allow a farmers market to meet on a city parking area near Town Square in Collierville.
On July 2, 2009, Carl's dream came to fruition with the first 'sale day' of the East Shelby County Farmer's Market. Thank you, Carl, for all your efforts to make your dream of a local farmers' market come true! The Collierville Farmers Market opened its third season in a new and improved location on May 19, 2011 at Collierville United Methodist Church on Poplar Avenue in Collierville. We look forward to a rich future of fun, family and fresh food with the folks of Collierville and its surrounding areas! Join us Thursdays from 8am to 1pm!
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