Celebrate Illinois Markets During National Farmers Market Week!

Celebrate Illinois Markets During National Farmers Market Week!

National Farmers Market Week, observed this year from August 3 to 9, is a chance to recognize the vital role farmers markets play in building stronger communities, improving public health and supporting the local economy across Illinois. From city blocks to suburban...
Everything Local Conference 2026

Everything Local Conference 2026

Save the date for the 2026 Everything Local conference! Make sure to save the date for the 2026 Everything Local Conference at the Bank of Springfield Convention Center! We hope you’ll join us January 28-30 for three days of networking, presentations, locally...
National Farmers Market Week

National Farmers Market Week

August 3–9, 2025 (Sunday–Saturday) marks the 26th annual celebration of National Farmers Market Week, established by the USDA in 1999. This vibrant week honors the critical role of farmers markets in strengthening America’s food systems, supporting local farms, and...
2024 Cream of the Crop Awards

2024 Cream of the Crop Awards

The Cream of the Crop Awards celebrate the best of Illinois farmers market marketing efforts in 2024. Award Categories Each award category has three awards, defined by number of vendors: Less than an average of 20 vendors An average of 20 to 50 vendors An average of...