Vegetables at farmers market. Variety of vegetables being sold at the farmers market
Vegetables at farmers market. Variety of vegetables being sold at the farmers market

New Jersey Law Could Allow Alcohol Sales at Farmers Markets

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April 3, 2024
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New Jersey Bill Proposes Permits for Alcohol Sales at Seasonal Farm Markets

TRENTON, NJ — A legislative proposal has been introduced by Assemblyman Donald A. Guardian of District 2 (Atlantic) to allow the sale of alcoholic beverages at seasonal farm markets. The bill, co-sponsored by Assemblywoman Matsikoudis, grants the Director of the Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control the authority to issue daily or annual permits to holders of various alcohol production licenses, enabling them to sell their products off-premises at these markets.

Permit fees are capped at $25 for a daily option and $75 for an annual permit, with the opportunity for renewal as long as the original license is maintained. The bill mandates separate permits for each market location and explicitly forbids the issuance of permits for sales at roadside farm stands, which are defined as single-farmer operations selling directly to consumers.

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