Farmers markets play an important role in bringing healthy food to all Arizonans. Over the next few weeks, we’re highlighting a few of our Arizona markets that go above and beyond when it comes to serving neighborhoods and community members who need it the most.
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Market Spotlights: Prescott and Payson markets go above and beyond to support family farms7/18/2017 Over the next few months, Double Up Food Bucks Arizona is highlighting our incredible markets and growers as part of the American Farmland Trust’s Farmers Market Celebration. We reached out to a few markets that go above and beyond when it comes to supporting family farmers and educating their communities about the issues family farmers face.
“Ahora es el tiempo para que nuestro país reconozca y recurra al ingenuidad, fuerza, y valores de nuestras familias agricultoras del pasado y del presente. Podemos tener economías locales fuertes, energia “verde”, un ambiente limpio, ciudadanos saludables, y buena comida- todo esto empieza con las familias agricultoras.” - Willie Nelson, Presidente de Farm Aid
“Now is the time for our country to recognize and call on family farmers’ ingenuity, strength and value to our past and our future. We can have strong local economies, green energy, a clean environment, healthy citizens and good food – all of these start with family farmers.”
– Willie Nelson, Farm Aid President Todos sabemos como usar la lechuga, los tomates, las cebollas y las papas que traemos del mercado de agricultores cada semana. Pero si está navegando por el tenderete este verano, puede ser que se enfrente con algunas verduras de temporada, que no conozca. No sobrepase estos hallazgos deliciosos! Si los pasa por alto, se perderá de cocinar con nuevos ingredientes,recetas, y sabores. Además, comprar verduras de temporada le puede ahorrar dinero, porque estos suministros casi siempre cuestan menos y son más abundantes que otras cosas de la marqueta.
Last week, we celebrated an exciting launch of a new farmers market in El Oso Park in Maryvale, a community located in west Phoenix that has low access to quality food sources. We’re thrilled to work with local organizations and growers to help increase access to healthy food for this community, and hope this effort can serve as an example of the benefits of farmers markets in food insecure areas across the state.
A recent Feeding America study found that 15.8 percent of Arizonans are food insecure. Urban sprawl, lack of grocery stores and inadequate public transportation leave many who reside in food desert communities with the task of traveling though the extreme Arizona heat for basic needs and groceries. Many rural communities face similar challenges. Farmers markets can help bridge this gap and increase access to healthier food in every community. Farmers markets provide a space to purchase fresh, affordable products that reflect the diversity of a community. According to the USDA, families who have access to a farmers market eat on average 1.4 more servings of fruits and vegetables than those who do not live near a market. Furthermore, the very nature of the buying and selling process creates a channel for connection between residents, growers and local organizations, transforming farmers markets from just another place to buy food to community hubs. There are many misconceptions and myths about farmers markets and local goods. Is it really more expensive to buy produce at a market instead of a grocery store? Aren’t organic fruits in the produce section the same as those at market stands? Once you learn more about the misconceptions of farmers markets, you may find you’d like to try shopping at one.
Local farmers markets are great for families, farmers and communities, so why not try something fun and fresh? If you get the chance, check out a market in your neighborhood this season! Si está tu primera vez planeando un viaje a el mercado de agricultores local, lo que encuentres podría sorprenderte. ¿Qué debes traer contigo? Si está usando su tarjeta SNAP Quest y Double Up Food Bucks, ¿dónde debe ir primero? Aproveche al máximo su viaje de compras con estos consejos:
If it’s your first time planning a trip to your local farmers market, you may not know what to expect. What should you bring with you? If you’re using your SNAP Quest Card and Double Up Food Bucks, where should you go first? Get the most out of your shopping trip with these tips:
If you shop with your SNAP Quest card at participating farmers markets, you can double up on Arizona-grown produce with Double Up Food Bucks.
Double Up Food Bucks matches each dollar you spend with a Double Up token, up to $10 a day. That means if you buy $10 worth of eggs, bread or other SNAP eligible food items at the market, you will get $10 to spend on fresh Arizona-grown fruits and vegetables. Learn more about Double Up Food Bucks and find a participating market near you: http://www.doubleupfoodbucksarizona.org |
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