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FARMERS' MARKETS AROUND THE WORLD
Union Square, NYC
The fish market in San Sebastian, Spain prides itself on fish being caught that morning.
Nice Market, Cours Saleya

Farmers' markets, also called Greenmarkets are usually held outdoors in the US, although many large farmers markets have permanent indoor settings. These markets produce are renowned for for being locally grown and very fresh. Since their products are locally grown, they can pick the produce at the peak of flavor, preserving their nutrition content . Many farmers markets feature produce that is organically grown.

Farmers' markets have increased in numbers recently in part to an increased interest in heathier foods, a greater desire to preserve local types of cultivars and an increaed understanding of of the importance of maintaining small, sustainable farms. Farmers' markets in the US have grown from 1,755 in 1994 to 4,385 in 2006 as reported by the Department of Agricuture (See graph ), In New York City, there are currently 44 markets in operation fitting this description.

You can find a local Farmers' market in your area using the Farmers Market Search Tool at the US. Department of Agriculture.

   

 


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