• Baked Goods, Specialty Foods & Hot Food Application

  • 1. Vendor Information

  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
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  • Food Vendors:
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  • Insurance Requirements
    Vendors must carry Commercial General Liability Insurance with:
    $1,000,000 per occurrence
    $2,000,000 aggregate

    KTS Farmers Market
    c/o The Royal Womb
    Lancaster, CA 93534
    Certificate Holder:
    KTS Farmers Market / Tractor Supply Ridgecrest
    911 S. China Lake Blvd, Ridgecrest, CA 93555
    Minimum coverage: $1,000,000 General Liability
    👉 Wording to give your agent:
    KTS Farmers Market and Tractor Supply Ridgecrest, 911 S. China Lake Blvd, Ridgecrest, CA 93555 as Additional Insureds on the General Liability policy for participation in KTS Farmers Market.
    Email address KTSFarmersmarket@gmail.com
    Applications without the correct COI will not be approved.      

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  • 2. Fees & Payment

    Application Fee: $25 (non-refundable)
  • Baked Goods

    No drinks Weekly: $45 10x10 Booth All certified markets collect a $2 CDFA Agricultural fee per day, added to each transaction.
  • Baked Goods
  • Please Note: KTS Farmers Market currently has strong representation in several baked goods categories. New applications may be placed on a waitlist unless they offer a unique product, specialty cuisine, or concept not currently represented at the market.
    For example:
    French pastry chef
    Caribbean baked goods
    Italian pastry vendor
    Vegan pastry specialist
    Gluten-free bakery

  • Specialty Food

    Weekly: $45 10x10 Booth All certified markets collect a $2 CDFA Agricultural fee per day, added to each transaction.
  • Specialty Food
  • Prepared Food & Beverage & Food Truck

    Weekly: 10% sales with a minimum of $50 All certified markets collect a $2 CDFA Agricultural fee per day, added to each transaction.
  • Prepared Food & Beverage
  • 📌 Vendor Fee Adjustments:
    Booth fees are reviewed annually and may increase slightly to cover insurance, permits, and operating costs. Vendors will be notified of any fee adjustments 30 days in advance.

  • 3. Vendor Product Policy & Exclusivity

  • To maintain variety and fairness for all, KTS Farmers Market has the following product guidelines:
    Vendors must list all products they intend to sell in this application.
    Any new product additions must be submitted for approval before being sold at the market. No vendor may add products without prior approval from market management.
    We aim to limit duplication. In most cases, no more than 1-2 vendors offering the same general product type will be approved for the same market day.
    Specialty items (such as freeze-dried candy, kettle corn, or other unique goods) will be limited to one vendor per market. This allows each vendor the opportunity to thrive and ensures shoppers experience a diverse selection.
    If more than one vendor applies for the same specialty category, we may place those vendors on a rotation schedule so that everyone has an opportunity to participate throughout the season.
    Product approval and booth placement are based on balance, diversity, and overall community needs.
    Category Caps for Vendor Success
    To protect vendor success and create a thriving, balanced market:
    Each product category (e.g., baked goods, candles, skincare, etc.) will be limited to no more than two–three vendors per market.
    Specialty items may be limited to one vendor per market.
    This ensures variety, healthy competition, and strong sales opportunities for all participants.
    Category cap decisions are made at the discretion of KTS Farmers Market management.
          I understand that KTS Farmers Market limits vendor categories to protect balance and fairness, and that final discretion rests with market management.

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  • Vendor Payment Policy (Effective November 2025)

    To maintain fairness and consistency for all vendors, KTS Farmers Market now requires pre-payment for booth spaces.
    Please review the updated payment terms below:
    ✅ Payment Deadlines:
    Payment for each Saturday market is due by Tuesday at 11:59 PM of the same week.
    Vendors who have not paid by Wednesday morning will not be included on the vendor roster, social media posts.
    ✅ Monthly Pre-Booking Option:
    Vendors may pre-pay for multiple dates or the full month to lock in their spot and save $5 per week.
    ⚠️ Cancellations / No-Shows:
    Market fees are non-refundable and do not roll over to future dates.
    If you miss a market you pre-paid for, the payment will not be credited or transferred.
    ✅ Payment Methods:
    Invoices will be sent via Square or Hotplate (online payments only).
    Cash payments must be arranged and confirmed before the Monday deadline.

    I have read and agree to the KTS Farmers Market Vendor Payment Policy and understand that payments are due before the market date.   *   

  • Booth Sharing Policy

    Each booth space is reserved for one vendor/business only.
    Booth sharing between separate businesses is not permitted. This ensures clarity for insurance, product approvals, and vendor accountability.
    If family members or partners wish to sell under one business name, they must submit a single vendor application with product list.
    Vendors who wish to operate separate businesses must apply individually and may request adjacent booth spaces (subject to availability).
    Booth spaces may not be transferred, sublet, or shared.
    I understand that booth spaces are reserved for one vendor/business only and cannot be shared or transferred.
    *   Pick a Date*   

  • 5. Market Setup & Hours

  • Vendors must arrive no earlier than 7:30 AM for a 9:00 AM market start.
    No vendor setup will be permitted until the Market Manager is on-site.
    All vendors must be fully set up by 8:45 AM. Booths must remain open the entire market (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM).
    No early breakdowns or vehicle movement will be allowed during market hours.
    All canopies must be weighted with a minimum of 25 lbs. per leg (stakes are not permitted).            

    Arrival & Late Policy
    Vendors arriving after 8:30 AM will be required to hand-carry items from the parking lot and will not drive into the market area.      

  • 6. Compliance & Safety

  • Food vendors must comply with Kern County Health Department regulations and upload valid permits.
    Cottage Food vendors must comply with California Cottage Food Law.
    Product Sampling Rules (especially food/beverage)
    Vendors do need to follow health department rules for samples.
    Example: toothpicks, gloves, sneeze guards, etc. much have a bin to collect trash
    Vendors are responsible for their own sales tax.
    Electricity / Generator Policy
    Electricity is not provided by the market
    Generator must receive prior approval from management.
    Only quiet, low-noise generators are allowed.
    Unsafe, noisy, or disruptive generators may be disallowed at any time.

  • 7. Code of Conduct

  • Maintain a professional, family-friendly environment.
    No smoking, vaping, alcohol, or illegal activity inside the market.
    Vendors are responsible for cleaning their space and hauling away trash.
    Disrespectful or disruptive behavior may result in removal without refund.
    Vendors are responsible for leaving their booth area clean and free of trash.
    All trash must be hauled away by vendors; market trash bins are for customer use only.
    Pets Policy: No pets are permitted in vendor booths, except service animals.”
    Photography Permission: “Vendors consent to photos/videos of their booth and products being used for KTS Farmers Market marketing purposes.

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  • 8. Cancellation, Refunds & Market Closures

  • All booth fees are non-refundable.
    If KTS Farmers Market cancels due to weather or emergency, prepaid vendors may roll their fee over to the following week.
    Vendors who need to cancel are expected to give at least one week’s notice whenever possible, so vendor placement and marketing can be adjusted.
    If a cancellation occurs within 24 hours of the market, vendors must notify KTS Farmers Market management by text message (661)450-8054. This ensures we know you are safe and allows us to update the market layout.
    Repeated last-minute cancellations or no-shows without notice may affect approval for future markets.
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  • Market Closures & Holiday Schedule

  • For the safety of vendors and customers, KTS Farmers Market will close if the forecasted temperature exceeds 104°F
    The market may also close due to high wind advisories or severe rain if conditions make tents, equipment, or food handling unsafe.
    Closure decisions will be made with as much notice as possible, and vendors will be notified by text message and/or email.
    KTS Farmers Market will be closed on the following dates:
    The Saturday after Christmas (last market of the year will be the Saturday before Christmas) and New Year’s weekend    
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  • 9. Agreement & Signature

  • I have read, understood, and agree to abide by the rules and policies of KTS Farmers Market. I understand that failure to comply may result in removal without refund.”
    Vendor Name:   *   *   
    Signature:   *   
    Date:   Pick a Date*   

  • Charge a $25 non-refundable application fee.*

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