
Community retail (or co-retail) enables emerging food producers to launch and test their products on the shelves at Seasoned Specialty Food Market. In 2026, we will name new retail partners. This supportive environment provides retail training & services for the maker, while giving 100% of sales proceeds back to them.
Products from local food manufacturers and processors are reviewed and selected by our retail partners based on product readiness and alignment with the retailers operations. Selected participants must hold the required state food license(s). Examples of benefits include: year-round shelf space with dedicated staff; 100% of proceeds from the sale of your product(s); co-branding and product promotions and more.
Co-retail is offered free of charge to the selected participants for a 12- 18 month period. Terms and conditions of sales and distribution are determined and administered by our retail partners.

Selected businesses must be licensed by the MDA and/or the relevant state-agency, to make and sell food through stores and must have a product that is labeled & packaged- ready for the CPG market.
All products from interested applicants will be reviewed. However due to capacity, priority is given to products and businesses of color, and/or women-owned food businesses.
We want to know the story behind the business - the maker, the product, in particular, their journey, experiences and what the goals are for the business in the immediate as well as long term.