August 10, 2016 at 1:11 p.m.
Celebrate National Farmers' Market Week
Celebrate National Farmers' Market Week
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack stated, "Farmers markets are an important part of strong local and regional food systems that connect farmers with new customers and grow rural economies. In many areas, they are also expanding access to fresh, healthy food for people of all income levels. National Farmers Market Week recognizes the growth of these markets and their role in supporting both urban and rural communities."
This year marks the 17th annual National Farmers' Market Week.
The best news is Northwoods Farmers' Markets will be running until mid-October so there's plenty of time to reap the benefits of the market. There are several markets throughout Oneida and Vilas County.
• Hodag Farmers' Market (runs through Oct. 15) on Saturdays; 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Pioneer Park in Rhinelander
• Minocqua Farmers' Market (runs through Oct. 14) Mondays; 3-6 p.m. at the north end of Torpy Park - Hwy. 51 on Fridays; 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Minocqua Park Complex - Hwy. 70 W
• Eagle River Farmers' Market (runs through Oct. 15) Wednesdays; 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.just north of the bridge on Hwy. 45 on Sundays; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. just north of the bridge on Hwy. 45
For more information on farmers' markets, visit www.northwoodslean.org and click on the "what's new" tab.
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