by Farmers' Markets of Nova Scotia | Feb 27, 2020 | Guest Posts, Market Fresh Blog
by Lori Moore Why Shop at Farmers’ Markets? Freshness, nutrition and tasteFarmers market produce is picked at the peak of its ripeness, so you can be sure of maximum nutritional value and optimal flavour. Stock up on in-season fruits and vegetables from the...
by Farmers' Markets of Nova Scotia | Jan 21, 2020 | Market Fresh Blog, Recipes
It’s easy to get stuck in a lunch rut, or to make the closest take-out a more than occasional occurrence. Especially during the winter when there is a smaller variety of produce available, it can be hard to find inspiration and get excited about your meal. Allow...
by Farmers' Markets of Nova Scotia | Jan 21, 2020 | Market Fresh Blog, What's In Season
Many don’t associate the winter season with farmers’ markets, but contrary to popular belief, we have plenty of farmers’ markets open year round. Click here to find a market near you to pick up some of these local goodies. Vegetables...
by Farmers' Markets of Nova Scotia | Nov 18, 2019 | Market Day Video Series, Market Fresh Blog
It can be difficult to get a sense of what happens inside a farmers’ market without paying a visit. Chatting with vendors and bumping into friends, the feeling of community and exchange, the sights, the sounds, and (perhaps most importantly) the smells are all...
by Farmers' Markets of Nova Scotia | Nov 12, 2019 | Market Fresh Blog, Zero Waste
Farmers’ Markets are the perfect place to put waste reducing shopping tips into action. With the ability to connect directly with the maker/producer, customers can share their ideas & feedback for making the farmers’ market shopping experience as waste...
by Farmers' Markets of Nova Scotia | Oct 28, 2019 | Market Fresh Blog
Many people forget how many farmers’ markets are still open after Thanksgiving. Good news for fall produce lovers — twelve of our member markets are still operating! Antigonish Farmers’ Market Cape Breton Farmers’ Market Halifax Seaport...
