MARKET PURPOSE
To provide opportunities for local farmers to sell their produce directly to consumers and provide the community with fresh, local and healthy food. A wholesome gathering place for people of all ages, for education, socialization, and to support local farmers who use sustainable and healthy growing practices.
MARKET DATES - 2012
Every Saturday starting May 19 through October 27
St. Paul's Parking Lot - Pleasant St
7:30 am to noon
Check the calendar in Spring 2012 for details about upcoming Farmer's Market schedules
Market Applications will be available in late March.
DOWNLOAD FARMERS MARKET RECIPES
New Policy: No Pets Allowed in Market
With respect for food safety and health concerns, no pets will be allowed within the market. Your adherence to this policy is greatly appreciated.
2012 Producers/Vendors
(To be announced)
OBJECTIVES:
a) Increase the local food supply and production
b) Expand/enhance the economic strength and viability of farmers in the area
c) Contribute to the health and well being of residents and business employees
d) Help maintain farming practices for farmers and their families
e) Recognize the environmental implications of farming
f) Encourage a direct connection between local farmers and local chefs
g) Educate the community as to the benefits of a healthy lifestyle
h) Promote good nutrition
PRODUCE AVAILABILITY
Fruits:
Apples - Mid August - Late Spring
Apricots - Mid July - Mid August
Blueberries - Early July - Mid September
Cantaloupe - Early August - Late October
Cherries (sour) - Early July - Mid July
Cherries (sweet) - July
Grapes - Mid September - Early October
Nectarines - Mid August - Mid September
Peaches - Early July - Late September
Pears - Mid August - Late October
Plums - Early August - Late September
Raspberries - July and Early September - Early October
Strawberries - Mid June - Mid July
Watermelons - Mid August - Late October
Vegetables:
Asparagus - Early May - Late June
Beans (snap, green,etc.) - Early July - Early October
Beets - Early July - Early September
Broccoli - Early July - Late October
Brussels Sprouts - Early September - Late November
Cabbage - Early July - Late November
Carrots - Mid July - Early October
Cauliflower - Early July - Late November
Cucumbers - Early July - Late October
Eggplant - Early July - Late October
Green Onions - Early June - Mid October
Indian Corn - Mid September - Late October
Lettuces - Mid May - Mid October
Peas - Mid June - Mid July
Peppers - Early July - First Frost
Potatoes - Mid July - Late October
Pumpkins - October
Radishes - Early June - Mid October
Spinach - Mid May-Mid July; Early September - Late October
Sweet Corn - Mid July - Late September
Squash - Mid-July - Early October
Tomatoes - Early July - Late October
Other:
Bedding Plants - Early May - Late June
Cut Flowers - Early May - Mid October
Christmas Trees & Wreaths - December
Cider - Mid November - Late February
Dill - Mid July - First Frost
Hanging Baskets - Early April - Late June
CURRENT TRENDS
Consumer trends are showing an ever-increasing demand for fresh, healthy, locally grown food. Currently, there is a trend to expand the term "market" to include more than farm and agricultural products. Many markets now include educational components to encourage a wider customer base. Adding special events are ways to bring customers to the market and keep them there longer.
Customers prefer a festival type atmosphere, fast-paced, diversity of offerings, and a family event.
FARMERS
Includes local and regional farmers whose practices are organic or sustainable. Our farmers are a "producer only" market - they sell what they grow, harvest and raise.
Market Applications will be available in March.
MARKET SPONSORS - 2012
Platinum Sponsors: Olympia Resort; Shorehaven; ProHealth Care/Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital; First Bank Financial Centre
Gold Sponsors: Premold Corp; WatertStone Bank; ISB Community Bank; Rocky Rococo
Season Sponsors: tba
3-Month Sponsors: tba
1-Month Sponsor: tba
Market Bag Sponsors: tba
2012 Market Monitor: tba
