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Demand for Fresh, Local Food Drives Farmers’ Market Growth
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08.08.2012

Demand for Fresh, Local Food Drives Farmers’ Market Growth

Buy locally and support your local farmers at your local Farmers’ Markets  (Photo credit: Wikipedia) The Agriculture Department said the number of farmers’ markets in…

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USDA Farmers’ Market Grants Available
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04.25.2012

USDA Farmers’ Market Grants Available

Agriculture Deputy Secretary Kathleen Merrigan announced Thursday that the Agriculture Department is seeking grant applicants for the 2012 Farmers Market Promotion Program. Approximately $10 million…

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