Vibrant display of homegrown peppers has become a State Farmers Market hit

The Moore’s Produce stall at the N.C. State Farmers Market has become known for its vibrant array of many different peppers – from sweet and mild to super hot. Those peppers weren’t part of the original plan though. It’s been a colorful and distinctive addition that seems to amaze many of the farmers market customers. … Read more

Celebrating National Farmers Market Week

Where can we find farmers markets and what makes them successful? While celebrating National Farmers Market Week this week, the first week of August, we sat down for a few moments with Kevin Hardison, agricultural marketing specialist with the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, to discuss the great diversity of farmers markets available … Read more

Farmers Market Managers Recognized for COVID-19 Response

These days, the four NCDA&CS farmers markets are still operating with modifications due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s been three and a half months since the markets plunged into emergency response mode – having to make immediate adjustments for public safety while also staying open to provide a viable source of food for people. While … Read more