More than 3 million consumers shop and over 30,000 farmers sell at Farmers? Markets annually. The USDA estimates these markets generate approximately $1 billion in consumer spending each year. Here?s why —

Farmers? markets

• Bring foot traffic and buying intentions to the center of commerce
• Attract educated and motivated consumers who enjoy the market experience
• Provide a variety of fresh produce, reliably and regularly to the local community
• Advocate seasonal healthy eating, sustainable and ecologically balanced agriculture
• Share openly how food is grown, harvested and cooked
• Represent a history and culture that reflects the community

www.OnlyatFarmersMarkets.com serves this marketplace with marketing and advertising opportunities for providers of products and services who want to attract motivated, highly educated consumers, growers, vendors and operations managers.

FreshNews and Fresh Daily News attract consumers who depend on farmers markets for fresh produce and wholesome family fun. Many visit farmers? markets every week and look to the news for openings, events, special attractions, seasonal recipes, opinion pieces and items of interest that expand the awareness and enjoyment associated with farmers? markets. Your advertising that accompanies the news will be viewed whenever motivated shoppers want information. They?ll have a direct link to your website.

Forums attract consumers who are curious, health-conscious and interested in improving their Farmers? Market experience. The opportunity to dialogue and get answers keeps them coming back to the website over and over again. Your advertising will be visible each time they return.

Feature story highlights an exemplary market whose success reflects the dedication of vendors and customers. When you associate your organization with the Feature Story, your advertising will be viewed by consumers who are interested in what makes markets special and interesting. Outstanding markets mean outstanding associations for your product or service.