Owsley County Farmers Market Vendors Must Complete Required Training March 23

Anyone planning to sell at the Owsley County Farmers Market this year has eight days to prepare for a mandatory training session set for Monday, March 23, at 6:00 p.m. at the Owsley County Cooperative Extension Office in Booneville.

The session, described as state-required for vendors who plan to sell at the market in 2026, is listed as one hour long and will be held at the Cooperative Extension Office, which serves as the county's primary hub for agricultural education and outreach. The training is hosted by the Owsley County Farmers Market.

The announcement does not specify which state agency mandates the training or what regulatory framework underlies the requirement. It also does not name a presenter or detail the topics the session will cover, leaving open questions about whether the curriculum addresses food safety, cottage food regulations, labeling, or market permit compliance, all of which are common subjects in Kentucky vendor training programs.

Registration details remain unclear from the current listing. An event posting for the session notes that ticket and attendance information has not yet been confirmed, and interested parties are advised to monitor the listing for updates on whether advance sign-up is required.

The Owsley County Cooperative Extension Office is located in Booneville, the county seat. Vendors seeking clarification on the training requirement, registration procedures, or what to bring should contact the Extension Office or reach the Owsley County Farmers Market directly ahead of the March 23 date.