Farmers markets and local foods are increasing in popularity due to consumer interest in buying and eating healthy, local foods. Why do people go to farmers markets? Farmers markets offer a wide ...

Local food is finding its way into school districts through nonprofit co-ops and government-funded programs, but federal aid ...

During the growing season, Long Island boasts around 40 farmers markets. This winter, that number dwindles to five, and all ...

The Cooperstown Food Pantry has received a $16,000 grant from the Chobani Community Impact Fund at the Community Foundation for South Central New York. The funds will be used for the farmers’ market ...

Opening Tuesday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Forsyth Farmers Market will operate the Forsyth Farmers’ Market ...

Vermilion Venue, a new farmers market is set to open this Sunday, bringing fresh produce, local vendors, and food trucks to the heart of Abbeville.

Senator Potter, who has been working with the Department of Agriculture and the local food council to secure funding, was ...

New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball announced that $1 million is available to farmers' markets through ...

The winter farmers markets in New Milford and Newtown offer a gathering space to find locally sourced food and farmers an ...

People living in food deserts can also explore local farmers' markets in the area. Food co-ops, and growing personal food in community gardens are other possible options.