Farmers' Market Finds

There are a lot of farmers’ markets around Maryland that give families a chance to buy fresh, delicious produce from local farms. You may have heard that farmers’ markets are too expensive to shop at, but you can actually find lots of things that are the same price or even cheaper than at the grocery store. Some markets even accept food benefits like SNAP and WIC!

Seasonal fruits and vegetables are at their most nutritious and tasty when they have been picked fresh from a nearby farm. Summer seasonal produce includes nectarines, peaches, broccoli, okra and corn. Checking out the different fruits and vegetables for sale at a farmers’ market can be a good way to try something brand new. Ask the farmers if they give tours of their farms, kids will have a fun time learning more about how their food is made, and it might even encourage them to eat some extra veggies!

Shopping at a nearby farmers’ market is a great way to get fresh produce, spend some time outside, interact with your community, and support local businesses. Visit this link to find a market near you.