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National Farmers' Market Week Spotlights

August 10, 2021

Over the past year, our farmers’ market community has showcased resilience in our rapidly changing world. Southeast Ohio’s local farms and farmers’ markets have always been a hub for innovation, and have been at the forefront of adapting rapid solutions to protect staff, customers, and our community during this time of crisis. More than ever before, National Farmers’ Market Week is an opportunity to showcase the value of farmers’ markets in our communities.

As a way of celebrating, every day during National Farmers’ Market Week (August 1-7), we put the spotlight on a randomly selected farmers’ market across our social media channels. We are grateful to our local farmers and appreciate the endless work they do all year to keep food on our plates.

View a compilation of our National Farmers’ Market Week spotlights below and be sure to follow them on Facebook to keep up with the latest!

WAGNER’S FRUIT FARM

Wagner’s Fruit Farm, in Waterford, was established in 1938 by Willard Wagner. They offer various fruit for sale both on location and at the Athens Farmers’ Market. Visit during operating hours for U-Pick blackberries and blueberries.

HENSLER’S TOWN & COUNTRY MARKET

Hensler’s Town & Country Market, in Marietta, offers year-round delivery and curbside pickup. They have fruits, vegetables, Amish meats and cheeses, garden plants, and more! All food and beverages are from local, family-owned farms and food co-ops within 100 miles.

WORTHINGTON PRODUCE

Worthington Produce, in Lowell, is a family farm of third- and fourth-generation farmers. Worthington Produce has been growing fruits and vegetables since the early 1930s.

SASSAFRAS FARM

Sassafras Farm, of New Marshfield, is owned by Ed and Amy, who moved onto the land in 1974. The farm is open year-round and offers a variety of vegetables, herbs, and berries grown with no agricultural chemicals.

VEST BERRIES & PRODUCE

At Vest Berries & Produce, in Stewart, you can pick your own strawberries or purchase a wide variety of fruits, veggies, and even sunflowers!

BLANEY FAMILY FARM

Blaney Family Farm, in Albany, is a first-generation family of farmers who grow a variety of vegetables using sustainable and organic practices. They also offer handmade, small-batch, all-natural, lye soaps. Give them a follow on FB, Instagram (@blaneyfamilyfarm) or visit their website www.blaneyfamilyfarm.com.

HUGUS FRUIT FARM

Hugus Fruit Farm, in Rushville, is a family-owned orchard that’s home to 30 acres of fruit trees. This farm produces apples, cider, peaches, and pears, to name a few. Visit their website at www.hugusfruitfarm.com

 

 

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