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KTS Certified Farmers Market is a year-round certified farmers' market serving Ridgecrest and the surrounding communities. We are committed to supporting local agriculture, small businesses, food access, wellness, and community connection.

We welcome farmers, ranchers, food producers, artisans, wellness vendors, nonprofits, and community partners who contribute to a vibrant and engaging market experience.

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Vendor Resource Center includes information on:            

✅ Ridgecrest Business License Requirements

✅ Home Occupation Permits

✅ Seller's Permits

✅ Food Vendor Requirements

✅ Insurance Requirements

✅ Health Permits

✅ Frequently Asked Questions

All applications are reviewed based on market needs, product mix, category availability, and compliance with applicable licensing and permit requirements. 

We are currently seeking vendors in the following categories:

Click👉Local Farmers & Growers

• Fruits 
• Vegetables 
• Herbs 
• Microgreens 
• Specialty crops 
• Flowers 

Click👉Ranchers & Protein Producers

Particularly interested in:

• Chicken 
• Lamb 
• Goat 
• Pork 
• Fish & seafood 
• Pasture-raised meats 
• Specialty meat products 

Click👉Farm Fresh Eggs

We are seeking an additional egg vendor to help provide consistent access for customers throughout the month.

 Click👉 Food & Beverage

• Specialty Foods 
• Prepared Foods 
• Beverages 
• Sauces & Seasonings 
• Popcorn & Specialty Snacks 
• Nuts & Trail Mixes

Click👉Take-Home Meals

• Lasagna trays 
• Shepherd's pie 
• Pot pies 
• Family meals 
• Soups 

Click 👉Specialty Food Producers

• Olive Oils 
• Salsa & Dips 
• Jams, Jellies & Fruit Spreads 
• Pickled Products 
• Fermented Foods 
• Specialty Seasonings & Spice Blends 
• Hot Sauces 
• Gourmet Popcorn 
• Roasted Nuts & Trail Mixes 
• Mushrooms & Mushroom Products 

Click👉 Plant & Garden Vendors

• Vegetable starts 
• Fruit trees 
• Native plants 
• Herbs 
• Garden supplies 

Click👉Wellness & Natural Living

• Herbal products 
• Natural body care 
• Sustainable household products 
• Educational wellness services 

 Click👉 Artisan & Maker

• Jewelry 
• Woodworking 
• Pottery 
• Art 
• Fiber Arts

Click👉Family Activities & Market Experiences

• Face Painting 
• Balloon Artists 
• Henna Artists 
• Children's Activities 
• Animal Education Experiences 
• Interactive Demonstrations 
• Seasonal Guest Experiences

Click👉Community Services & Educational Partners

• Notaries 
• Garden Educators 
• Agricultural Educators 
• Veterinarians 
• Pet Wellness Services 
• Health & Wellness Organizations 
• Nonprofits

Currently Limited Categories

To maintain balance within the market, the following categories are currently limited:

• Baked goods 
• Cookies 
• Cupcakes 
• Cakes 
• Sourdough bread 
• General desserts 

Applications within these categories may be placed on a waitlist.

Limited exceptions may be considered for:

• French pastries 
• Specialty cultural pastries 
• Seasonal featured vendors 
• Unique artisan concepts not currently represented at the market