Boonville Events
Every Week-Apple Pressing
Bring your Own Apples to press into juice with our - community apple press
Knife & Tool Sharpening
Every 3rd Saturday
Diamond Edge Mobile Sharpening
David Lipkind-707-961-0135
Surveys Paid for by USDA Grant
In 2008, customer surveys were conducted at each of the 9 MCFARM markets. They were conducted by an independent, non-biased survey taker. They revealed some very useful information. See the results below:
Boonville Farmers Market Shopper Survey Results 9/13/08
Where do you hear or are reminded about the Farmers Market?
Radio- 3
Newspaper- 4
Magazine- 0
Poster/board sign- 4
Website- 0
Word of Mouth- 19
Flier- 1
Road Sign- 8
How often do you come to the Farmers Market?
Most weeks- 3
Twice a month- 7
Monthly- 4
Seldom- 6
Visiting from out of town- 15
What would entice you to shop more at this Farmers Market?
More variety of produce and products- 26 – Comments- Jam lady. Olive oil.
Lower prices- 4
Easier parking- 1 Comments- More meat and seafood.
Better Ambience- 2
What are the main reasons you come to the market?
Support for producers of local foods/Personal connections with farmers- 33
Freshness/ Unique varieties/ Confidence in the products- 16
Social/ Entertainment/ Community Connections- 9- Comments- More whips.
Friendly support for WIC/ Food Stamps/ Friends of the Market recipients- 3
Educational Events/ Chef Demonstrations/ Family Activities- 2
Are you happy with the location of this market?
Yes - 38 No - 0
For next years market, would you rather have the same day and time (Sat 9:45-noon) or change to Friday 4pm-6:30pm?
Sat 9:45-noon-36
Friday 4pm-6:30pm- 1
Other suggestions?
Sat 10am-1pm or 9:30am-1:30pm
Have you ever used the MCFARM’s website to find information?
Yes- 3 No – 32- Comments- Did not know about it.
Under Yes – Was it helpful? Yes - 3 No- 0
Are you in the habit of bringing your own shopping bags to market?
Yes - 25
No – 7
On the fence - 2
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