The gardens are weeded, the harvest is starting, and it's time to sell. They share their experiences here hoping they will be of some value to new market members. Don't forget a sign with your name, address and phone, and maybe a chair to sit in. Practice packing before you actually are about to head out to market. Used wooden boxes such as apple boxes or grape lugs can be painted to make an attractive display.
Unpainted wood stays wet and cool longer when watered than painted wood or plastic.
Remember to bring all sizes of baskets and containers, as this helps keep your display looking full. Display containers should blend well with and enhance your produce's appearance, not steal attention from it. Browns, brick reds, dark greens, dark blues and natural wood colors will contrast well with the many different colors of produce in your display. Protect your produce Containers that can protect tender produce from drying wind and sun are more desireable than those that don't. Keeping your produce from wilting is an art, and once wilted it won't come back.