Fake Farmers Market Scam Alert | Atlanta News

Scammers are flooding social media with fake ads for a nonexistent three-day shopping event at the Atlanta State Farmers Market, tricking vendors into paying fees via email. The Georgia Department of Agriculture has issued a warning, confirming this is a nationwide scam targeting small businesses — even those in California, Michigan, and Canada. Commissioner Tyler Harper says these slick, overseas-based operations are hard to track but they’re already taking action, including sending cease-and-desist notices. If you’re looking for real vendor space, only apply through the official state website — don’t fall for the bait. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a55577c1b35afefb