affordable foods

We all like healthy and affordable food. Have you been to the farmers’ market yet this summer? A farmers' market is a marketplace intended to sell foods directly by farmers. This includes fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses, and sometimes prepared foods and beverages. Farmers' markets reflect our local culture and economy.

Farmers save money by selling directly to consumers. Produce needs less transport, less handling, less refrigeration and less time in storage. Because its outside, there is also no cost of land, buildings, lighting and air-conditioning. All those savings are passed on to the consumer.

It is simplicity, immediacy, transparency and independence of selling directly to consumers. Fresher, seasonal and healthier foods await. A better variety of foods too, e.g.: organic foods, pasture-raised meats, free-range eggs and poultry, handmade farmstead cheeses, heirloom produce, heritage breeds of meat and many less transport-immune cultivars disfavored by large grocers.
Its a place to meet neighbors, and chat. Its a place to enjoy an outdoor walk while getting needed groceries. And, if you don't have cash many vendors accept debit cards or tokens that can be purchased with a card!

Find a Maryland market near you!