Farmers’ markets and CSA’s have been struggling in some parts of the country, but not everywhere, and many are reinventing themselves. Here are some of the recent stories covering national and local trends.
Struggling Markets: Chicago Tribune, NPR, Farmers’ Market Coalition 1, Farmers’ Market Coalition 2, Washington Post
Thriving Markets: Boston Globe, Central Maine
Locally, our busy markets are increasing access to fresh produce for all community members and increasing in number with the first night market in Maine now started on Wednesday evenings, 4-7pm, at Flight Deck Brewery on Brunswick Landing!
Increasing Local Farmers’ Markets, Market Access, and Charitable CSAs