Local farmers markets expand as interest grows
Rural and urban shoppers seek direct from farm goods as markets open this weekend. Mount Vernon couple Mickey and David Miller plan to sell asparagus spinach and chocolate truffles at the Iowa City market while Cedar Rapids and Iowa City expand with more stalls and vendors.
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Local Farmers Market Opens Season With Fresh Produce
Kay James of Robbins buys lettuce radishes spinach pork and a tomato plant at the Hiawatha Farmers Market which opened for the season. She says the market provides local access and fresher food that hasn’t traveled far, supporting the community. Local growers highlight the value of nearby sourcing.
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Eastern Iowa Farmers Markets Schedule in Benton and Cedar Counties
Listing of weekly farmers markets across Benton County Belle Plaine Urbana Shellsburg Vinton and Cedar County Tipton Mechanicsville with market times from late May to early October, locations on streets and pavilions, and contact persons and phone numbers.
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Community food markets and schedules across several Iowa towns
A list of weekly evening markets and pickup times across towns including Amana Williamsburg Coralville Iowa City North Liberty Anamosa Cedar Rapids Central City Ely Hiawatha Marion Mount Vernon Palo Springville Toledo with dates from May to October and contact numbers for organizers.
Washington County Thursday events at Central Park
The listing notes Thursday sessions in Downtown Central Park from May 13 to Oct 28 in Washington, Iowa. Contact Bob Shepherd at (319) 653-4888 for details.
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Eastern Iowa Farmers Markets Schedule Summary
Allamakee County markets in Waukon run 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Mondays from June 7 through October 4 at the Allamakee County Fairgrounds Extension Office. Harpers Ferry markets operate 5 to 7 p.m. Fridays June 4 through October 1 at Bluffview Park Extension Office.
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