Celebrate National Farmers Market Week, August 6-12, 2023, by shopping at your local farmers market, and reap a bounty of farm to table meats, produce, dairy, desserts, and more.
Worcester County Tourism and Economic Development (WCTED) has joined forces with the Farmers Market Coalition to highlight the defining role of farmers markets in Worcester County. Markets are not only essential to local food systems. They increase access to nutritious food, support farmers, and create a hub for community connection.
“Nothing tastes more flavorful than local produce, like fresh honey, free-range eggs, juicy beefsteak tomatoes and other fresh finds available at our local farmers markets,” WCTED Business Development and Retention Specialist Michele Burke said. “Supporting independent family farms also gives area residents and visitors a chance to meet and form connections with the people growing our food, and those connections often turn into priceless friendships.”
Farmers markets serve as vibrant gathering places, where they foster a sense of community, and often play a role in educating patrons on how to better grow, cook, and sustain farming.
Support family farms and discover a world of fresh produce at these local treasures:
- Berlin Farmers Market, on Pitts, Commerce, and Main Streets, is open Sundays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through September.
- Snow Hill Farmers Market, at 210 W. Green Street, is open Thursdays from 12- 5 p.m. through October.
- Pocomoke City Farmers and Flea Market, downtown along the scenic Pocomoke River, is open Fridays starting at 7 a.m.
- Ocean Pines Farmers and Artisans Market, next to the administration building, is open Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Ocean City Farmers Market, at Gold Coast Mall parking lot, is open Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Local farmers and their families work hard every day to grow fresh produce, fine meats, and delicious treats for all to enjoy regardless of income. In fact, according to the United States Department of Agriculture, since 2017, farmers markets and direct marketing farmer redemptions of SNAP have increased by 162 percent, with over $100 million in federal nutrition benefits being redeemed at farmers markets.
Learn more about fresh shopping options at www.choosemarylandscoast.org/marylands-coast-farms.