Everyone loves a little friendly competition, right? Well, if
you think you own (or shop from) the best farmers’ market in the country, make
sure to submit your vote! The American Farmland Trust has kicked off its 4th
annual America’s Favorite Farmers’ Markets contest at votemyfarmersmarket.org.
Shoppers can vote – only once – through Sept. 3 for as many participating markets as they choose.
The 2012 contest has expanded to include all 7,175 markets listed in the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Farmers’ Market Directory. The grand prize, a $1,000 Farmers’ Market Inspiration Award, sponsored by the Farmers’ Market Coalition, will be presented to the farmer who shows the greatest dedication to his or her market.
Last year, Virginia had more winning markets than any other state, with nine ranked in the top 20 and four in the top 5, in their respective size categories.
So, go ahead and vote for your favorite market! And while you’re at it, leave us a comment of who you voted for!
Shoppers can vote – only once – through Sept. 3 for as many participating markets as they choose.
The 2012 contest has expanded to include all 7,175 markets listed in the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Farmers’ Market Directory. The grand prize, a $1,000 Farmers’ Market Inspiration Award, sponsored by the Farmers’ Market Coalition, will be presented to the farmer who shows the greatest dedication to his or her market.
Last year, Virginia had more winning markets than any other state, with nine ranked in the top 20 and four in the top 5, in their respective size categories.
So, go ahead and vote for your favorite market! And while you’re at it, leave us a comment of who you voted for!
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