Farmers’ Markets

This is a special time of year for markets across the Gem State, as August is Farmers Market Month in Idaho.

The USDA is hosting its large outdoor market in D.C. this week, as part of National Farmers Market Week, but a little closer to home, farmers markets are a summertime staple.

The Farmers Market in Moscow, ID has been a pilar of the community for years. And Market Manager Amanda Argona said there’s more to enjoy this year.

Cali Osborn Executive Director at the Cascade Community Markets, which covers the Farmers Markets in both Leavenworth and Cashmere, talks about their working relationship with growers across North Central Washington.

Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins says the August 3rd-6th event in Washington D.C. will include market opportunities for producers and vendors from all 50 states.

There are a host of reason to visit your local Farmers Market, and education is one of the top incentives.

Friday is the first day of summer, so we kick off our PNW Ag Network Farmers Market Minute with a check in with Colleen Donovan, Executive Director of the Washington State Farmers Market Association.   If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@to...

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The fun, the food, the exploration of a farmers market.  Whether it's a brief walk in your community or in a neighboring area, a short drive away.   “There are over 8000 farmers markets across the country,” noted USDA Under Secretary for Marketing and regulatory programs Jenny Moffitt.  “They're everywhere...

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