-Information courtesy Tracy Madigan, Market Manager, Vance County Regional Farmers Market
Farmers Market: June 23, 2018
Fresh Local Summer Produce Now Available At Your Farmers Market
It’s hot, hot hot! The summer sunshine is producing loads of delicious local produce. This week you will find: beets, cabbage (yes, pointy head), cantaloupes, corn & cucumbers; green beans, onions, peaches & peppers; squash, tomatoes ( green, red & heirloom), & zucchini. We also have plenty of canned vegetables, honey, salsa, chow-chow, bbq sauces, jellies, jams, wine and unique handmade crafts.
VCRFM Welcomes SNAP/EBT
In 2016 the Vance County Regional Farmers Market set out to expand access to the SNAP/EBT population at the farmers market. Through a partnership with the Granville-Vance Public Health Department, the farmers market was able to obtain funding to purchase wireless terminals that could accept EBT. We are happy to be accepting EBT this season! You can use your SNAP/EBT to shop for farm-fresh goods at your local farmers market.
Your VCRFM is a great source of fresh fruits, vegetables, and other healthy foods. We have made it a priority to expand access to such food for SNAP participants. From the vendors’ farms to your tables, you will be getting the healthiest, freshest produce available locally.
Upcoming Events
Peak Season Kickoff Saturday, June 30th
Peak Season Kickoff Saturday, June 30th
The market is getting into full swing with fresh local fruits and vegetables. Celebrate with us June 30th for our Peak Season Kickoff!
Seasonal Recipes
Not sure what to do with all the fresh produce you find at the market? No worries – we have suggestions and recipes for you to try! Want to share one of your favorite recipes? Bring it to the market – we’d love to try it and let others know about it.
You Make A Difference
The Farmer Foodshare/Donation Station booth at our market collects donations weekly and we have the best customers! You always remember to donate. Thank you. The money collected is used to purchase produce not sold at the market that day, then donated to Area Christians Together in Service (ACTS). ACTS uses the produce to feed our less fortunate members of society and for the Meals-On-Wheels shut-in recipients.
Anticipated Vendors – June 23rd:
A number of our regular vendors will be at the Bee Jubilee this Saturday, which I hope you all plan to attend after your visit to the farmers market. You may find out all the details about Bee Jubilee at the market on Saturday, including event location and time.
Adcock Farm
Backroad Farm & Vineyard
Donation Station
Imperial Stitching
Imperial Stitching
JASM Farms
Kelly Lynn Photography
LouMag Ent.
Pretty Tough Stuff
Short’s Family Farms
Woodwick Designs
Short’s Family Farms
Woodwick Designs
Contacts:
Market Manager: Tracy Madigan @ 252-598-0814
Extension Agent: Paul McKenzie @ 252-438-8188
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