Announcing America’s Favorite Farmers’ Markets
September 7, 2012 American Farmland Trust, an organization that seeks to save the land that sustains the food industry by protecting America’s farm and ranch land, promoting environmentally sound farming practices, and ensuring an economically sustainable future for farmers and ranchers, has announced the winners of its annual “America’s Favorite Farmers’ Markets” contest.
The purpose of the contest is to raise national awareness about local farmers markets, the role they play in supporting local farms, and the importance of protecting American farmland. A $1,000 grand prize is awarded to a farmer-producer with an essay illustrating why farmers’ markets matter to their farm, family, and community. The award is hosted by the Farmers’ Market Coalition in partnership with Growing for Market magazine and American Farmland Trust. Runner up prizes are also awarded.
Some fruit and vegetable growers may currently be connected to one of these award-winning markets. If so, congratulations! The full list of winners is available here.