Oregon Farmers’ Market Week!
July 28, 2008
Govenor Ted Kulongoski has declared August 2nd through 9th to be Oregon Farmers’ Market Week.
There are currently nearly 100 farmers’ markets operating in Oregon. 87 of the markets are members of the Oregon Farmers’ Markets Association (OFMA) which supports and promotes farmers markets. The number of markets in Oregon has more than doubled in the past 10 years.
Farmers markets provide more than 1000 Oregon small family-owned farms with a substantive income, and provide fresh produce to more than 90,000 customers each week during the market season.
In addition, markets provide a venue for customers to learn about healthy, fresh foods, and support low income customers through the WIC and Senior Farm Direct Coupons. Many markets are now also participating in the Oregon Trail food stamp program.
Farmers markets are a direct link between Oregon farmers and urban citizens, and build community spirit in both rural and urban settings.
Make sure to visit a market near you next week! (and this week, and every week!)
Condon Market
July 28, 2008
The new Community Market in Condon is scheduled for another date. It’s August 2 from 10am to 1pm. For more information, contact David Hudson at 503 519 8736, or dhudson97212 at hotmail.com.
