This time of year is ambrosia for people who like to eat close to home. Each year the number of northern Nevada farmers markets increases, as does the number of potential urban and rural farmers taking a shot a growing human food (called "specialty crops" in the agriculture industry) in Nevada. Granted, many of the farmers at the markets hail from California. These farmers grow where the growing season is longer and the temperatures are friendlier. I really appreciate what they do, but still, my heart is with Nevada farmers for food-security and economic reasons, and because I love them as individuals. Nevada farmers are working hard to expand the growing season and available varieties. On-farm markets are just one more way to buy the food they grow.
If there's anything more fun than shopping at the farmers markets it's shopping right on the farm. If you haven't had a chance to do this yet I highly recommend it. Take the family and friends and make it a day.
Shopping at on-farm markets are really great for a couple of reasons. First, it allows the farmer to stay close to their property and growing chores. Farming takes a lot of effort, dedication, and time. On-farm markets means farmers and their customers can meet, talk, support each other, and share wonderful food while at the same time allowing the farmer to stay on farm as much as possible.
Second, most of us know so little about where our food comes from…a visit to a real farm helps lift the veil on our very secretive food production system, and helps us understand what it really takes to produce quality, real food.
And it’s fun. When was the last time you petted a goat? I swear…they act like giant puppies. And you can only pet one on a farm.
This just in - some information on a local Nevada on-farm market.
Custom Gardens On-Farm, Farmer’s Green-Market
3701 Elm Street, Silver Springs, Nevada
Farm Open Sundays, June to October
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Artichokes to Zucchini,
herbs, vine, and bush fruit, (Tree Fruit as Mother
Nature permits) and other edible treats.
Public Welcome, Demonstration Plot & Farm Tours
We are approved to redeem SFMNP senior nutrition coupons for in-season fresh produce.
ALL Green-Market Produce GROWN ON SITE!
Contact The Farmers
Ray or Virginia Johnson
At 775-577-2069 or Email
customgardens@mindspring.com
for a map and crop informatio
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