Farmers Market

Not only is agritourism as an industry growing, so is data to better recognize and understand the sector and its trends.  Audrey Comerford of Oregon State University Extension broke down the data from the USDA’s 2022 Census of Agriculture.   “1.9 m...

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...

Two new varieties of habanero pepper created at Oregon State University are said to provide all the flavor and none of the heat.  Professor of Vegetable Breeding Jim Myers says the project started for selfish reasons.   “Well, it comes out of my really liking the fruity aroma and fragrance of the habanero-type peppers. But them being way ...

Governor Brad Little has proclaimed August as Idaho Farmers Market Month.  In doing so, the Governor noted the essential role that Farmers Markets play in connecting Idahoans to fresh, locally grown foods.  Dawn Larzelier with Idaho Preferred agrees, saying Farmers Markets are vital for Idaho producers.   "And I'm kind o...

What are your favorite things to buy at farmer's markets?

Blue Rock Farm Market is debatably one of the most popular Farmers Markets in the Twin Falls area and they’ve been gearing up for opening day this week and stocking up on all the fresh, local produce you’ve been waiting for.

You don't have to be a vegetarian to desire the freshest and best-tasting produce you can get your bunny paws on. Even omnivores, pescatarians, and secretly-green-loving meateaters know there's nothing like an especially-flavorful bundle of asparagus or a super crisp Cosmic apple that lives up to its namesake...

Governor Brad Little declared August as Farmers Market Month in the State of Idaho to showcase the bounty and diversity of Idaho agriculture.

Instead the market has a new home, in the new Rotary Marketplace located at 15 W. Yakima Avenue which is currently under construction.

Over 180 projects nationwide are recipients of new USDA grants designed to expand and strengthen local and regional food systems.   “The funding that we've announced is $64 million for a total of 185 projects around the country," said Under Secretary for marketing and regulatory programs Jenny Moffitt.  "These projec...