by Farmers' Markets of Nova Scotia | Sep 3, 2025 | Blog, Market Fresh Blog
“Focus on food for people: Food is more than a commodity. People’s need for—and right to—food must be at the centre of policies.” These are the words of the farmers who defined food sovereignty at the 2007 International Forum for Food Sovereignty. It is rare these...
by Farmers' Markets of Nova Scotia | Aug 13, 2025 | Blog, Market Fresh Blog, Why Buy Local?
Photo by Sackville Farmers’ Market “This is absolutely the worst and most stressful year we’ve ever had farming.” – Shelley McDermott, Farmer, TwinAitch Food for Thought The effects of the ongoing drought could have devastating impacts for Nova Scotia’s...
by Farmers' Markets of Nova Scotia | Jul 15, 2025 | Blog, Market Fresh Blog, Recipes
It’s hot. Here are some no-cook ideas to get your nourished in hot weather. Kimchi Gazpacho Get the recipe here. Greek Salad Bowl Get the recipe by Delish here. Fresh Rolls Get the recipe by Tastes Better From Scratch here. Rainbow...
by Farmers' Markets of Nova Scotia | Jun 12, 2025 | Blog, Market Fresh Blog, Why Buy Local?
Photo by Barrington Farmers’ Market Do you love Nova Scotia’s farms? We’re in a “use them or lose them” situation. In this article, we’re sharing the disheartening numbers on farming in Nova Scotia and what it would look like if we all spent a quarter of our...
by Farmers' Markets of Nova Scotia | Jun 3, 2025 | Blog, FMNS News, Market Fresh Blog
Feeling lucky and love supporting local? 🎉 Enter the Farmers’ Markets of Nova Scotia 50/50 Raffle! Not only could you win big, but you’ll also be giving back to your favourite farmers’ market. How does it work? 🍓 When you buy your ticket, select your local...
by Farmers' Markets of Nova Scotia | May 26, 2025 | Market Fresh Blog, Recipes, Uncategorized
If you’re tired of snacking on raw radishes, try these new ideas to bring more life to these beautiful and crunchy vegetables. Butter Dipped Radishes Butter and radish is a match made in heaven! Get the recipe by Honestly Yum here. Cucumber Radish...
