About Farmers' Truck
What does Farmers' Truck do?
We design and build turnkey mobile market trucks for nonprofits, food banks, health systems, co-ops and public agencies. We also provide strategy, training, food literacy materials and technical support so your program runs well.
Do you run mobile markets yourselves?
We started as our own mobile market in 2015. Today we focus on helping other organizations launch and grow their markets.
Where do your trucks operate?
In 23 U.S. states, from New York to Hawaii. See the markets.
Our trucks
What trucks do you offer?
Three models. Farmers' Truck is our flagship refrigerated market. Cherry Truck is compact, for food rescue, pop-ups and pilots. Pantry Truck is built for high-volume dry goods. Farmers' Truck and Pantry Truck also come as trailers. Custom builds are available.
Which truck is right for me?
Full refrigerated market: Farmers' Truck. Outreach, education or rapid response: Cherry Truck. Large dry goods service: Pantry Truck. Compare the trucks.
Do I need a CDL to drive one?
No. None of our trucks need a CDL.*
*Requirements vary by state. Check with your local DMV.
Are your trucks ADA compliant?
Yes. Every model is built with ADA-compliant access.
Are they built for daily use?
Yes. Each truck is built for daily operation on city streets and rural roads.
Do your trucks meet local health codes?
They are built to common food retail standards for mobile food facilities. Options include a handwashing or 1- to 3-compartment sink, sneeze guards and NSF-rated equipment. Rules differ by place, so confirm permits with your local health authority. We provide drawings and specs to help.
Buying and funding
Can you help us find funding?
Yes. With select partners we offer grant search, writing, editing and review, plus sample language, budgets, letters of support and webinars. Some services are scoped to your program and may carry a fee. Funding help.
How long does production take?
Usually 6 to 8 months from order to delivery, with regular updates.
Can we customize the truck?
Yes. Equipment, layout, wrap and branding are tailored to your program and route.
Do you offer financing or lease-to-own?
In some cases, depending on location and model. We are also piloting lease-to-own through the Good Food Fleet Fund, launching in 2027. Lease-to-own.
Training and support
How do you help after delivery?
Every customer gets the free Mobile Market Playbook and the Mobile Market Toolkit: 35 plays and 32 printable tools covering operations, pricing, staffing, marketing, procurement and finance. Open the Playbook.
Can you help with operations or outreach?
Yes. We offer hands-on coaching on routes, pricing, community engagement, branding and marketing. Some services are scoped to your program and may carry a fee.
Who do I call if something breaks?
Use our support form or call 1-866-990-7979.
