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...
by Farmers' Markets of Nova Scotia | May 26, 2025 | Blog, Market Fresh Blog, Recipes
Rhubarb is the best way to ring in the market season. With it’s distinctive and tart flavour, the ways to enjoy it are endless. Here are a few ways to get you started! Easy Rhubarb Compote By far the most versatile way to enjoy rhubarb is with a simple...
by Farmers' Markets of Nova Scotia | May 7, 2025 | Blog, Market Fresh Blog, Why Buy Local?
Photo by New Germany Farmers’ Market We know that carrots can’t cure depression but perhaps one of the most underrated benefits of shopping at farmers’ markets is that it’s good for your mental health. For Canada’s Mental Health Week, we’re 5 sharing...
by Farmers' Markets of Nova Scotia | Apr 17, 2025 | Blog, Market Fresh Blog, Why Buy Local?
Cover photo by Mabou Farmers’ Market Did you know? Nova Scotia’s farms are 1/3 the size of the national average of 778 acres. [Source] Support small, sustainable farms 75% of farmers selling at farmers’ markets said they use agriculture practices...
