Farmers’ Market
Taking a look at Ferguson’s Orchards in Eau Claire, Wisconsin
When Andy Ferguson was still in high school, his parents (Tom and Deb Ferguson) purchased an old apple orchard in Western Wisconsin as a complete career shift. They spent 10 years steadily modernizing the operation... more »
Farmers’ markets adjust to pandemic in Michigan
Most of the Michigan's 240 farmers' markets survived during the pandemic that upended the way fresh produce, baked goods and other items are sold at the popular venues. According to a story by Judy Putnam... more »
Low food-safety risk at northern California farmers’ markets
A new study by UC Davis researchers finds a low risk of contamination of foodborne pathogens on produce and meat at northern California certified farmers' markets, but still finds cause for some concern. The study, published in... more »
NAFDMA’s 2021 Virtual Summit registration open
NAFDMA's 2021 Virtual Agritourism Summit offers three days of engaging programming including 14 educational sessions, five immersive farm tours, a virtual trade show and many opportunities to keep attendees connected with one another throughout the... more »
The pandemic changed the way consumers shop
After the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a pandemic on March 11, 2020, there has been a significant impact on grocery shopping behavior across the country, according to shopper researcher Catalina. Consumers are making fewer... more »
Jerry Mills: How to stay vigilant amid challenges
Good news for a change: Last month I expected crop failure because of rots appearing as the fruit ripened. As the kids say, I was bummed out. As a last resort I sprayed Jonathans with... more »
Monitor shifting purchasing patterns to grow business
A recent report from The Food Industry Association and The Hartman Group stated that “nearly all families (87%) report eating together as important and the COVID-19 pandemic has only amplified this value. Some younger shoppers,... more »
Farmers’ markets among entities benefiting from $27M in grants
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) announced Sept. 30 it has awarded $27 million in grant funding through the Farmers Market and Local Food Promotion Program (FMLFPP) and $9.3 million in... more »
Current Issue
Soli Organic thrives at indoor, in-dirt organic growing of herbs, greens
Pure Green Farms’ indoor-outdoor approach works well in broad market
Revolution Farms continues to expand greenhouse operation, providing ‘local’ greens to Midwesterners
Earthbound Farm ownership returned locally, and Taylor Farms continues to take organic to a higher level
Multiple approaches mitigate labor challenges
Reduced insecticide, IPM programs are key
AppHarvest grows indoors for tomatoes, other produce
Farm market business considerations for 2022, beyond
National Council of Agricultural Employers column: Farm, ranch community exudes essence of America
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