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An online farmer’s market is a phenomenal concept, but it’s not without its quirks. In exchange for the ease of ordering ahead of time from the comfort of your own computer and being treated to a quick, convenient pickup, we do require just a weensy bit more from our members. For new and loyal members alike, sometimes it’s worth taking a few minutes to consider not what your market can do for you, but what you can do for your market.

Market Tips & Tricks:

Read the weblogs. I know, I know. You really just want to click that link and start ordering. Me too. Due to the nature of the market, though, this is our main way of communicating with you and it’s pretty important. Okay, sometimes it’s just entertaining, but when there is something important that you need to know, that’s where you’ll find it. If we’ll be closed the next week, if there’s an event that might complicate the pickup, if a particular grower won’t be able to deliver, we want to make sure you know in time to stock up, plan ahead, or order from another grower. Maybe even skim the order confirmation email. It is updated from time to time.

Embrace the order confirmation. Every time you order you’ll get a confirmation email. If you don’t get this email (usually in about a minute, but it can take up to an hour if the servers are bogged down) your order probably didn’t go through. It’s not uncommon to have someone arrive to pick up an order only to find that it was never placed and all the items are still in their cart. When you do get an order confirmation, open it. Make sure your order is correct. It’s easier than you think to accidentally order 12 instead of 2, but we can always edit orders before the market closes… as long as you check the confirmation email and let us know.

Update your contact information. Towards the end of pickup, we do our best to call and remind members who haven’t yet collected their orders. We’re all human and sometimes things happen. We oversleep, get distracted, lose track of time or just plain forget. Having the right phone number listed on your account could mean the difference between getting your awesome Sunday night dinner ingredients on time and having to order Chinese. You can edit all your contact information on the “Your Account” page by clicking the “Change Your Account Information” link. Keep in mind that a cell number is preferable and don’t be fooled by that little text box. There’s plenty of room for multiple phone numbers and labels.

Consider volunteering. It’s a great way to help out and really get to know what goes on behind the scenes (plus sneak a peek at everything you didn’t order). The early shift is from 8:00AM-10:30AM and entails setting up tables, unloading products, organizing and taking inventory. The late shift is from 9:45AM-12:30PM and entails filling orders and light clean-up. In exchange for you time and effort, you get a $5 credit towards your order or membership plus great coffee and snacks! Look for the sign up sheet at the check out station or drop us an email anytime.

The Market closes tomorrow morning, so go forth and put this new found or refreshed knowledge to use by ordering more fabulous local goods! Laughingstock Farm is back with fresh lemongrass and ginger, and Drewry is celebrating the official start of fall by dipping their very own apples in delicious fudge. Mmm, speaking of volunteer snacks…

~Rebecca Wild