JACKSON, Wyo. — The only year-round, brick-and-mortar farm market in Jackson has opened officially opened its doors to customers.
Located in the historic Miller House on the corner of Bruun Boulevard and East Broadway Ave., The Farm Jackson Hole held its grand opening on Wednesday. Shelby Belote has led the charge to establish a permanent one-stop shop that offers merchandise from more than 50 producers.
At the grand opening, customers were greeted by a wide range of local and regional produce like tomatoes, zucchini, carrots, greens, garlic and potatoes. Buckrail photographer Nick Sulzer stopped by to capture the colors of fresh fruits and veggies in November.
Prepared foods, including pickles, jam, honey, salsa, and baked goods, line the shelves placed throughout rooms in the repurposed building. Refrigerators and freezers are stocked with myriad beef cuts, whole chickens, pork, fish, raw milk, cheese, and more.
The Farm JH operates under Wyoming’s Food Freedom Act, which allows small businesses to sell homemade food and drink products without inspections or certifications. Many states have their own version of this kind of law, known as a “cottage law.” The store will operate on a consignment model, retaining a 10% commission and returning 90% to suppliers, and it will also accept SNAP funds.
The site will also serve as a distribution hub for producers who deliver their merchandise. Eventually, Belote plans to organize producer-led workshops and classes for the public to learn about the origin of their food.
