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Farmers Market Wraps Up for Season 

The University of Minnesota Farmers Market concluded its fourth season earlier this October. The market will return next summer with plans to bring fresh produce and flowers to the Twin Cities campus. The market was held every Wednesday, rain or shine, on Church Street, on the East Bank, from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. 

Convenient, Affordable and Locally Grown 

The University of Minnesota Farmers Market featured vendors who were contracted to sell locally grown produce, berries, and fresh flowers. Visitors to the market also purchased maple syrup and apples from the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum.

In addition to buying grilled veggies and locally grown produce, visitors to the market received a complimentary tote bag. Visitors also:

• received nutrition advice and felt the benefits of a chair massage - Boynton Health Service
• learned about composting - University Dining Services
• picked up fitness tips - Recreational Sports
• tasted organic mint iced tea - Campus Club
• enjoyed  free outdoor concerts on Northrop Mall during July

Sponsored by the Office of Human Resources, Employee Wellness Program, the market brings fresh fruit and veggies to the Twin Cities campus to promote a healthy workplace and a healthy lifestyle for employees, students, and people from the surrounding neighborhoods. 

A Market Near You

Throughout the metro area and in greater Minnesota, faculty, staff and students can also purchase farm-fresh, locally grown food. A list of farms, markets and garden centers is available through the Minnesota Grown Program, MN Dept. of Agriculture. A farmers market is also held every Wednesday on the University of Minnesota, Duluth campus. And at the Morris campus, the employees and students have variety of ways to "go green."

Savor the Season

Enjoy cooking tips and recipes prepared for the Farmers Market by author and food writer Ann L. Burckhardt, retired editor of the popular “Taste” section of the Star Tribune newspaper.