Shopping at farmers markets is a way to support small businesses as well as the local economy. A trip to the farmers market can be fun and family friendly. Several of the markets in Henderson County incorporate live music, kids’ activities, chef demos, giveaways and special events to keep things educational and exciting. In partnership with Henderson County Cooperative Extension Service, Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project and local farmers markets, the Henderson County Committee for Activity and Nutrition is supporting direct marketing and good nutrition through Double Dollars, doubling the value of EBT/SNAP benefits when SNAP recipients buy local fruits, vegetables and other eligible foods at participating Henderson County locations.
A guide to Henderson County’s farmers markets
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The weather is warming, and summer is just around the corner, which means in the next few weeks farmers markets will start popping up around Henderson County.
Shopping at farmers markets is a way to support small businesses as well as the local economy, according to a news release from the city of Hendersonville. Furthermore, a trip to the farmers market can be fun and family friendly. Several of the markets in Henderson County incorporate live music, kids’ activities, chef demos, giveaways and special events to keep things educational and exciting.