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Farmers Market Coalition @FMCorg

Strengthening farmers markets for the benefit of farmers, consumers, and communities.

Joined May 2009
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Farmers Market Coalition@FMCorg
4 Jun 2024
The wait is over! The 2024 NFMW Toolkit drops today! It’s full of all the resources you need (including social media graphics, templates, planning guides and more!) to plan your celebration. Download your copy now: farmersmarketcoalition.org/n…
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Whew what a week that was! While we may be a bit tired from all the celebration, we find ourselves a little sad when National Farmers Market Week is over... But hey! Mark your calendars for August 3-9, 2025 — it comes around fast every time 😉
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THANK YOU all for making another National Farmers Market Week such a fantastic success! We're so grateful for all of your enthusiasm and passion that you bring to running vibrant markets this week and every other week of the year.
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Enjoyed following along with National Farmers Market Week? The action doesn't need to stop here! We're always sharing resources, jobs and opportunities to connect with other farmers market operators on our newsletter! Sign up today 🤗 farmersmarketcoalition.org/e…
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Excited about the work that FMC does? Eager to get involved in grassroots advocacy for farmers markets and resilient local food systems? The best way to engage with our work is by becoming a member. farmersmarketcoalition.org/m…
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Is it the last day of #FarmersMarketWeek already?! It has been such a blast seeing you all celebrate and showcase the value of your markets in your community.🥰 📸: Love this pic from The Farmers Market at Pepper Place
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On the latest episode of the Eat.Drink.Think podcast Sagdrina Jalal and FMC's Nino Budabin McQuown articulate how farmer’s markets can be avenues for community empowerment: ediblecommunities.com/podcas…
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Lots of markets and orgs want to do anti-racism work, but paying people for this work is important and finding funding can be tough. There are ways to rethink existing grant opportunities and get creative about funding sources: farmersmarketcoalition.org/w…
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NCDA&CS
@NCAgriculture
8 Aug 2024
In the most recent Ag Statistics numbers, it was revealed just how important farmers markets across our state are. In fact, in 2022 alone, markets across our state were visited by more than six million people! #NationalFarmersMarketWeek #NCAgriculture
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The Anti-Racist Farmers Market Toolkit exists to help farmers market managers make progress toward becoming anti-racist managers of anti-racist markets. How has the toolkit supported your work as a market manager? Download it here: farmersmarketcoalition.org/t…
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USDA Food and Nutrition
@USDA_FNA
9 Aug 2024
Did you know you can use SNAP and #WIC benefits at Farmers Markets across the country? This National #FarmersMarket Week, visit fns.usda.gov/farmersmarket to find out where! #USDA
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USDA Ag Mktg Service@USDA_AMS
8 Aug 2024
Farmers markets don’t just happen. Thank you to our USDA Farmers Market interns that make our weekly farmers market possible. #NationalFarmersMarketWeek #USDAFarmersMarket
A person stands outdoors holding printed materials, next to a green educational banner labeled "Intern Spotlight" featuring the name Evan Rashkyns, a George Washington University 2025 expected graduate. The banner details Evan's focus on children's education programs, event coordination, and production of the USDA Farmers Market Newsletter, with the USDA Farmers Market logo displayed at the bottom right.

ALT A person stands outdoors holding printed materials, next to a green educational banner labeled "Intern Spotlight" featuring the name Evan Rashkyns, a George Washington University 2025 expected graduate. The banner details Evan's focus on children's education programs, event coordination, and production of the USDA Farmers Market Newsletter, with the USDA Farmers Market logo displayed at the bottom right.

Promotional image for an intern spotlight featuring Lucy Sanzobrin, a California State University future graduate. The person is smiling, wearing a blue polo shirt and a white hat with a garden design. The text highlights their focus on supporting AMS operations at the USDA Farmers Market.

ALT Promotional image for an intern spotlight featuring Lucy Sanzobrin, a California State University future graduate. The person is smiling, wearing a blue polo shirt and a white hat with a garden design. The text highlights their focus on supporting AMS operations at the USDA Farmers Market.

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Questions about legal matters at your market? Don't forget the Farmers Market Legal Toolkit. It includes resources, recommendations, and case studies for market leaders on business structures, accepting SNAP benefits, managing risks, and more! farmersmarketlegaltoolkit.or…

Farmers Market Legal Toolkit | Legal Resources for Markets

Resources to help you learn how to start a farmers market, including governing operations, incorporating federal benefit programs, and managing risks.

farmersmarketlegaltoolkit.org
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Senator Alex Padilla
@SenAlexPadilla
5 Aug 2024
🧑‍🌾NEWS: I passed a bipartisan resolution with @SenJoniErnst to celebrate National Farmers Market Week and recognize the vital role that local farmers play in our communities! Be sure to celebrate this Farmers Market Week by visiting your local market!
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Thank you for supporting our nation's farmers markets, @SecVilsack @usda!
Secretary Tom Vilsack
@SecVilsack
7 Aug 2024
It’s National Farmers Market Week and @USDA is recognizing the crucial role farmers markets play in our food system. Farmers markets connect producers and consumers through fresh, locally grown produce and support the health and well-being of our communities.
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Secretary Tom Vilsack
@SecVilsack
7 Aug 2024
It’s National Farmers Market Week and @USDA is recognizing the crucial role farmers markets play in our food system. Farmers markets connect producers and consumers through fresh, locally grown produce and support the health and well-being of our communities.
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NIFA
@USDA_NIFA
8 Aug 2024
In 2009, six women shared a vision of connecting members of the Savannah, Georgia, community with locally grown food while addressing food access issues. This idea created the Forsyth Farmers Market. See the impact the market has had on its community: nifa.usda.gov/about-nifa/blo…
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Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky@appalachianky
2 Aug 2024
August 4-10 is National Farmers Market Week! Join us in celebrating the hard work of farmers in Appalachian Kentucky by shopping at your local farmers market. #nationalfarmersmarketweek #farmersmarketweek #farmersmarkets #appalachianky #appalachia #kentucky #ky #eky
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Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton
@LtGovStratton
7 Aug 2023
It’s #FarmersMarketWeek! This is the perfect opportunity to visit your local farmers market and experience the bounty our state produces. Find a market near you ➡️ ow.ly/nVzT50PtXvR #AgConnectsUsAll
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National Council on Aging@NCOAging
1 Aug 2024
National #FarmersMarketWeek is almost here! 🥗These healthy, budget-friendly recipes can help #OlderAdults take advantage of the fresh, local produce that’s in abundance this season.👇 bit.ly/4eRKq43
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Sen. Debbie Stabenow
@SenStabenow
5 Aug 2024
Happy #FarmersMarketWeek! Support Michigan farmers at your local farmers market this week and every week.
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