In this episode, Executive Director Ben Feldman provides a highly detailed informative overview of the work of the Farmers Market Coalition across the country.
Specific topics include: organization history, mission, service provisions, challenges facing farmers markets, implications of the 2023 Farm Bill and Farmers markets, The organization 5 Year Strat plan, National Farm Market Week, Partnership with the USDA marketing dept. on establishing farm markets at land grant universities, organization membership and its strategies of offering value-added support ,market inclusiveness and Development of An Anti Racism Tool Kit for markets, Professionalism of markets, working with Farm Market Managers and Operators, and more.
This show will provide a clear picture of the outstanding work of the Farmers Market Coalition across the country. Be sure to check it out!