Farmer's MarketsMajor Program

9607

Total Hours

Contributed.

109218

Contacts

with Local Stakeholders.

51

Hours

of Multistate Efforts.

1014

Total Number

of Volunteers Engaged.

Program Indicators

Number of participants gaining access to Extension programming at local farmer’s markets

28719

Stories

Farmers Market Celebration

This is the second full year for the Hickman County Farmers Market to be open to the public. To celebrate such an asset to our community, Extension teamed up with Fiscal Court and the Rotary Park committee to host a celebration event.Local vendors were invited to set up at regular opening time for the market. For the actual celebration event, kids activities, local talent, free food, recipe samples and other local vendors (Womens Club, Chamber, Extension, SNAP, etc.) set up and drew a crowd. Fis...

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Farmers Market Celebration

Stories Behind the Numbers

  • Lunch at the Market

    According to the USDA, fruit and vegetable consumption has fallen from 299 pounds per person in 2003 to 272 pounds per person in 2013. Although community members understand the importance of consuming... Read More

  • Cumberland County Farmers Market

    The Cumberland County Farmers Market had a wonderful 2018 season. Three vendors now have multiple high tunnels each. This allows them to extend their market season. The market offered four new program... Read More

  • Farmers' Market

    Martin County has 12,500 residents while 37% live below poverty level with a median income of only $22,497.00. Residents of the county have a need for fresh fruits and vegetables at an affordable pric... Read More

  • Perry County Farmer's Market

    The Perry County Farmers Market is in its twelfth season. 2018 has been a successful market season with gross annual sales exceeding $60,000.00. Sales are up over $10,000 from previous years.The mark... Read More

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