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“Meet Me at the Market” – The Evolution of a Farmers Market

Posted on August 8, 2013 by tanya brown

What better time than National Farmers Market Week to explore the history of farmers markets in the United States?  Farmers markets are a critical ingredient to our nation’s food system, and date back to 1730 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania in the United … Continue reading →

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Number of Farmers Markets Surpass 8,100 Nationwide

Posted on August 5, 2013 by tanya brown

Farmers markets are booming. With 8,144 now registered with the USDA National Farmers Market Directory, these markets are becoming one of the fastest growing segments of agriculture. “Farmers markets are an important public face for agriculture,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom … Continue reading →

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The USDA Farmers Market is Officially Open

Posted on June 7, 2013 by tanya brown

Tropical Storm Andrea didn’t wash out the official opening of the USDA Farmers Market on Friday as more than 200 people gathered inside the Whitten Building to witness the ringing of the bell. This year marks the 18th season of … Continue reading →

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Vermont Man Builds Floating Farmers Market

Posted on April 25, 2013 by tanya brown

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