Did you know there’s an entire week dedicated to farmer’s markets? This year, National Farmer’s Market Week started yesterday (August 5th) and runs through August 11th! It’s a week in which we show recognition to the value these markets bring to our communities.   Farmer’s markets are the perfect gathering place where you can buy…

Who doesn’t love a delicious, perfectly ripe piece of fruit that gushes with juice the second you bite into it! The summer months are an ideal time to eat the freshest fruits and vegetables that are available all year, and a local farmers market is the perfect place to find what you are looking for….

Guest Post by Jackie LiPera, Nutrition Intern Over the last two decades, new technology has allowed farming practices to evolve immensely. In order to reach the demand of the millions of consumers in the United States alone, farmers must utilize many techniques to optimize water irrigation, waste management and crop yield. New fertilizers, pesticides and…