Sunday June 16, 10:40am Farmers markets were once a central location for local farmers to sell their produce, eggs and meat. Shoppers got to know the farmers personally and catch up on the latest news with their neighbors. As farmers markets have grown in popularity, they've also grown in number, size and the variety of offerings - including an ever expanding menu of prepared foods. This week, Candace Page talks about how farmers markets are trying to stay true to their roots and maintain a balance of fresh and prepared foods.
Candy writes for the Savorvore Section of The Burlington Free Press, where you can read more about farmers market growing pains and the debate over 'Lettuce vs. Lunch'. The VPR Cafe is produced in collaboration with The Burlington Free Press and is made possible on VPR by The Vermont Community Foundation Food and Farm Initiative.
Northeast Organic Farmers Association Farmers Market Directory
Vermont Farmers Market Association
