March 2011

Farmers’ Markets are great for health! That’s one of the strongest messages that came back from customers who took part in a recent Greenbelt Farmers’ Market Network survey. Shoppers reported increased interest in buying fresh, healthy food, better menus for their families, and trying new foods, as well as learning more about what’s in season and local agriculture. They also emphasized other benefits of coming out to market, including the pleasure of running into friends and neighbours. Healthy farms, healthy communities, healthy eaters…sounds just right.