Time to think SFJ Auction and Swap!

Yep, it’s coming up faster than you know, April 18 – 21, 2012, Madras, Oregon.

Are you planning on consigning items?

Let us know what you are thinking about bringing and we can help you with certain questions, for example; Will it bring more money painted or unpainted? Is there a model of mower that consistently brings more money? Will you be able to keep my fine carriage in out of the weather during the auction? I have some old junk harness, is it worth bringing to the sale? I have several old Maytag washing machines, should I bring those? Will you once again be featuring a blacksmithing section and can my horseshoeing tools be in that? etc. etc. We can help with those questions, ask them soon so that you might be better prepared.

And we are beginning to get people asking if we will have this plow or that harrow or this size of collar. That’s why it can be most helpful to you as well as us to know soon what you might be bringing.

download consignment forms

and auction particulars here

The swap meet is sure to be a doozey this year. Space is limited so we encourage you to reserve yours as soon as possible. Contact A.J. Ferris at SFJ office, 800-876-2893 auction@smallfarmersjournal.com or mail to PO Box 1627, Sisters, Oregon 97759. Watch this site for updated information on swap space rental fees (they run from $100 on up).

As we did last year, we will be once again offering, under the aegis of the Small Farms Conservancy, an array of free demonstrations, clinics, workshops etc. If you or your organization, business or club wish to present or use the fairgrounds for a meeting you need to contact A.J. Ferris or Shannon Berteau real soon.