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The Delight of a Farmers Market- Tips for the Best Visit

Farmers Market Tips
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We love a morning at the farmers market and love sharing farmers market tips. Wherever we have lived, we always find the local spot to grab locally grown produce. We love locally sourced honey, and any other goodies available! When we moved to the east coast of NC, it definitely made things a little more difficult in regard to dining out. There are barriers to finding meat-less options, but the farms growing vegetables are in abundance.

Farmers Market Tips

There is something about a farmer’s market that stirs the tastebuds. It also makes us want to use everything we see to cook a fun, and healthy meal. When we make purchases from local produce growers, we feel healthier. We feel content with the fact that we are supporting our local economy. Plus, we tend to believe that if farmers see that their produce sales are thriving, maybe they will venture away from farming animals.

Farmer’s Market Tips

Some tips for a great farmers market haul:

  1. Get there early! The earlier you arrive, the more options there are, and you are able to get the best picks of fresh produce.
  2. Know your seasonal fruits/veggies- at farmer’s markets this tends to not be such a big deal, I mean, it is rare for you to be buying kiwi or strawberries in the winter at your local produce stand, but be aware. If you see out-of-season produce, it may not be local.
  3. Bring your own bags- first, you are contributing to keeping the costs low if your local farmer doesn’t have to provide bags, but also, really, it is better for the environment. Do we have to go there?
  4. Bring cash- again, if farmers are having to use card readers on their phones, the cost is higher for their transactions, and often that cost is passed along to you, so help yourself, and the farmer and bring the paper.
  5. Talk to the farmers. This is our favorite of the farmers market tips! We like to talk to the people we are buying our produce from by getting to know more about their fields, and their growing practices- are their practices chemical-free and/or organic? If they don’t farm animals, and only grow produce, then I make that farm a priority! It’s really cool to talk to those who source honey; they are passionate and you can learn so much about the process.
  6. Have a meal plan, but also be spontaneous! If you arrive with a general idea of what you will be cooking for the week, you can plan accordingly and make smart purchases. It’s also great to take a stab at something new. See a veggie you don’t usually eat? Grab it and be experimental!
Farmers Market Tips

We’ve never met anyone who isn’t smiling when they are walking around a farmers market. It is a calming place to be, even when it is bustling with vendors and patrons. Ask around and find out where the local farmer’s market is to you. Make a plan to visit it, and visit it often. You won’t be disappointed!

HERE is a great farmers market locator if you are searching for the closest market or co-op near you.

Farmers Market Tips
You never know what sort of yummy treats will be available at a farmers market.

Pro-tip: Be sure to check out local farmers markets when you are traveling. It is a great way to experience local offerings. It also saves you money on food, and reduces your carbon footprint.

Have any other farmers market tips? Let us know!

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Hi, we are Shannon and Gerry Arner, and our rescue, fur baby, Betty White. After owning our own business, working 24/7, we made a lifestyle change and decided to make the most out of life. We sold our house, downsized, and moved to the coast. We are wanderlusters; we live life minimally, but fully. We live each day as an adventure, and enjoy sharing them with you!

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