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Farmers’ Market

Agriculture at Home Program Promotes Local Products

April, 2023 Tagged With: agriculture, Charles Town Farmers Market, Farmers’ Market, In Print Apr 2023, Jefferson County Development Authority

Drive around Jefferson County and you will see evidence of agricultural production. But, where can you buy locally-grown and made products? Later this month a new program launches to help make it easier to find and buy such products. Read the Full Story >>

Shop Local at the Shepherdstown Farmers Market

November, 2020 Tagged With: agriculture, Farmers’ Market, Shepherdstown Farmers Market, sustainable food

Shop local vendors for local produce, apples, plants, flowers, breads & baked goods, cheeses, yogurt, grass-fed beef, eggs, chicken, pork, local honey, beeswax candles, body care, bulbs, mushrooms, salsas & dips, maple syrup, vinegars, teas, spices and so much more! As the holidays approach, you’ll be wowed and delighted with the variety of gift-able offerings Read the Full Story >>

Martinsburg Farmers Market Returns

June, 2017 Tagged With: farm to table, Farmers’ Market, farming, nutrition, WV FresHealthy Bucks Program

Martinsburg Farmers Market Manager James Hersick is an advocate for all local markets, and he believes the intention behind the Martinsburg endeavor is what makes it unique. Read the Full Story >>

What’s the Dill with the Pickle Bill?

May, 2017 Tagged With: cottage industry, farm to table, Farmers’ Market

It was a bill that would expand access to healthy, locally grown food. Co-sponsored by Senator Patricia Rucker (R-Jefferson), it was legislation that would help farmers preserve and add value to their produce. Senate Bill 27 passed the WV Senate unanimously and the House of Delegates 95-3, yet alcohol and politics killed the "Pickle Bill" in the final hours of the 60th day of the Regular Session. Read the Full Story >>

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