Farmers Markets

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What is a Farmers Market?

A Farmers Market allows local producers, farmers and growers to sell their own produce, direct to the public. All products sold at the market have been grown, raised or produced locally.

The range of goods sold at Farmers Markets varies from one place to another, depending on the locality, however, typical produce can include a whole range of seasonal vegetables, cheeses, breads, free-range meats and poultry, smoked fish, seasonal fruit, home-made cakes and pies, honey and condiments, yoghurts and organic herbs.

Farmers Markets are rising in popularity, mostly due to growing consumer interest in obtaining fresh, good quality products directly from the producer.

Why go to a Farmers Market?

Buying direct from the producer means you can meet and talk to the farmers and ask questions about how the food is produced. You may even be able to try before you buy!

Farmers markets help to educate consumers on the traditional eating practises which, focus on fresh, wholesome, eating habits and food preparation; habits that seem to have been forgotten in the convenience cooking lifestyle prevalent today.

Farmers Markets give you the opportunity to buy wholesome, fresh and healthy produce at reasonable cost. The price you pay goes directly to the producer, this is then ploughed into the local economy and helps employment and the financial viability of rural communities.

Food from Farmers Markets is often pesticide-free, free-range or organic which means that the environment doesn't suffer and you are assured that the produce is farmed naturally by the person selling it to you! There is also a reduction in air pollution and traffic congestion, not only due to the reduction in the distance the food has travelled but also because consumers can get to the markets easily by public transport or on foot.

Our database includes a large number of markets across the region but markets certified by (and members of) the National Association of Farmers Markets (NAFM) have the NAFM logo displayed in their details. These markets have met the strict criteria set down by the association so you can be confident of the quality and integrity of the products you purchase.

By supporting your local farmer or producer you contribute to keeping the nations beautiful countryside alive. So, come along to some of the Farmers Markets in your area and support your farmers and try some tasty food!