Happy National Farmers Market Week
As demand for local food continues to grow, so too have the opportunities for America’s farmers to market fresh food directly to the consumer. According to statistics recently released by United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), farmers markets and farm stands account for roughly $2 billion of the $3 billion that Americans spend annually on farm-direct products. This revenue, in turn, supports the livelihoods of more than 165,000 mostly small and mid-sized farms and ranches.
The Bexley Farmers' Market began in 2011, and currently hosts more than 20 farmers and food producers selling a wide variety of products, including fruits and vegetables, meat and fish, bread, pickles, jam, baked goods, and much more!
“Farmers markets play a vital role not just in generating real income for farmers, but in forming a healthy, prosperous food systems,” says Jen Cheek, Executive Director of the Farmers Market Coalition. “By providing the opportunity for farmers to connect directly with consumers, markets serve as education centers. Vendors are teaching customers about agriculture and sharing recipes and new foods with their neighbors. Markets are making people and communities stronger and healthier.“
Celebrate with us this Thursday, August 9 from 4-7 PM!
Our producers for market on Thursday, August 9 include:
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Bluegreen Gardens
Brown Bros. Farm
Chuck Evans' MONTEZUMA Brand Salsa & Sauces
Crazy Cucumber
Dan the Baker
Gerry's Garden
Grassroots Graziers
Harriet Gardens
Hirsch Fruit Farm
Kennedy Farms
Made Without Grain
Ohio City Pasta
Omega Bun
Rainbow Bee
Rhoads Farm
SaraBee Pure Honey
Solo Merengues
Sweet Thing Gourmet
Two Roasting Joes
Our Musical Entertainment: Jordan Lynch
Our Community Table: Katerina Ukrainian Cultural Center
Join us every Thursday through October from 4:00-7:00 PM, rain or shine!
Support your market! New in 2018, we have partnered with the Bexley Community Foundation to receive contributions to the Bexley Farmers' Market. Every dollar to the Bexley Community Foundation is reinvested in Bexley organizations, ideas and projects – allowing our community to dream big for Bexley. Please consider giving to your market today!
Bexley Farmers’ Market
Intersection of Dawson and Main
Bexley, Ohio 43209
For more information, or questions related to any of our services, please contact us via email at info@bexleyfarmersmarket.ORG. (Please note the change to our email address.)
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