Feb 24, 2022 | Meet Me At The Market, News
CSAs – Know your Farmer, Know Your Food Community-Supported Agriculture (CSA) was at the cutting edge as consumer interest in buying food directly from local farmers started to build. True believers eagerly subscribed to receive CSA boxes from their...
Jan 20, 2022 | Meet Me At The Market, News
ILFMA 2022 Winter Farmers Market Winter is a great time to continue shopping at your favorite farmers market, and/or maybe plan a trip to one that’s new to you! Many farmers markets across Illinois operate in the winter months. Farmers are employing practices...
Jul 18, 2018 | Meet Me At The Market, News
By the end of July Nova Dia will no longer allow SNAP processing on its MarketLink Mobile Market Plus app. Click HERE for a recent article in the Chicago Tribune. Only 16 farmers markets accepting SNAP/Link in Illinois will be affected by this change. Most markets are...
Aug 7, 2017 | Meet Me At The Market, News
National Farmers Market Week is August 6-12. Take part by creating a brief video showcasing your favorite local market or vendor and post it to the ILFMA Facebook page or Twitter (@ILFarmersMkts) Tips Make a selfie video and introduce yourself and the vendor/market...
Jul 17, 2017 | Meet Me At The Market, News
By Maggie Nykaza, ILFMA Grant Specialist and Social Media Guru. Is there anything better than tasting the first fruits of the season? Food lovers, rejoice! Summer is here and that means the growing season is in full swing in Illinois. Farmers markets are once again...
Mar 17, 2017 | Meet Me At The Market, News
Increase Sales! Idea Sharing and Networking! Collaborate together to meet challenges and seize opportunities! Be inspired! Boost your SNAP/Link sales! Expansive Winter Farmers Market! 26 Vendors! Prepare for a great 2017 Season! We hope to see you...
