Farmers Markets

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A lively farmers market scene with diverse produce, shoppers, and vendors under colorful awnings on a sunny day.
Food & Drink

How to Navigate Local Farmers Markets: A Buyer's Guide

In Oregon and Washington, every item sold at a farmers' market must be grown or crafted by the vendor themselves within state lines, a guarantee of local authenticity rarely found in grocery aisles.

Hannah Pierce·June 30, 2026
A lively farmers market scene with diverse shoppers and farmers, showcasing fresh, colorful produce under warm sunlight.
Local Guides

How to Support Local Farms and Farmers Markets

Farmers who sell directly to consumers earn a significantly larger share of the food dollar, bypassing intermediaries who often capture the bulk of the profit.

Hannah Pierce·June 22, 2026
Young, diverse entrepreneurs smiling behind their food stalls at a lively farmers' market, showcasing fresh produce and artisanal goods.
Business Spotlights

Young entrepreneurs launch food businesses at farmers' markets

At the Lake Oswego Farmers’ Market on June 13, recent high school graduates Ella Chang and Hailey Lim launched their matcha pop-up, Niko Matcha.

Marco Alvarez·June 21, 2026
A lively and colorful scene at a small, hidden gem farmers market in Chippewa Valley, showcasing fresh produce and artisanal goods with engaged shoppers and vendors.
Local Guides

Top 5 Hidden Gem Farmers Markets in Chippewa Valley You Must Visit

Last Saturday, a small market in Altoona sold out its heirloom tomatoes and artisanal cheeses by 9 AM, long before the city's largest market even saw its peak crowd.

Derek Molina·May 27, 2026
A lively farmers market with diverse shoppers and vendors, showcasing colorful fresh produce and artisanal goods under warm sunlight.
Local Guides

7 Best Local Farmers Markets With Unique Offerings

The Burlington County Farmers Market, a local New Jersey gem, has been voted among the nation's top five farmers markets by USA TODAY's 10Best for two years running.

Hannah Pierce·May 8, 2026
A diverse group of people happily shopping for fresh, colorful produce at a sunny, bustling local farmers market.
Local Guides

What Are the Benefits of Supporting Local Farmers Markets?

Buying local keeps approximately 65% of your dollar circulating within the community, a stark contrast to 40% retained when shopping at large chain stores, according to USU Extension .

Derek Molina·April 29, 2026
A lively farmers market scene with vendors selling fresh produce to happy customers under colorful awnings during golden hour.
Food & Drink

What Are the Benefits of Supporting Local Farmers Markets?

In West Virginia alone, farmers' markets drive an estimated $1.

Hannah Pierce·April 19, 2026
A diverse group of people joyfully shopping for fresh, colorful produce at a lively, sunlit local farmers market, showcasing community and abundance.
Community

What Are the Benefits of Local CSA Programs?

In 2020, Community-Supported Agriculture (CSA) programs generated $225 million in sales, representing a significant portion of the direct-to-consumer food market.

Derek Molina·April 17, 2026
A busy farmers market with people browsing fresh produce and interacting with vendors under sunny skies.
Food & Drink

Local Farmers Markets: Understanding Their Impact

Despite popular belief, choosing a local farmers' market over a supermarket doesn't automatically guarantee a lower carbon footprint for your food.

Hannah Pierce·April 17, 2026