Farmers Markets of MPLS

Farmers Markets of MPLS We are a collaborative of the farmers markets operating in Minneapolis. There are nearly 20 farmers markets and mini-markets operating in Minneapolis.

Representatives of many of these markets have been working together on shared metrics collection, marketing, technical assistance and other collaborative opportunities to build a more connected and effective market system, in partnership with the City of Minneapolis, University of Minnesota, Homegrown Minneapolis, Minnesota Department of Agriculture and other market champions. The collaborative we

lcomes and encourages all Minneapolis markets to participate. A leadership team led development of the collaborative projects and goals. It has continued and expanded and currently includes the Homegrown Minneapolis Coordinator, Tamara Downs Schwei, and University of Minnesota Applied Economics faculty Hikaru Peterson, MISA Director Helene Murray and researcher Joe Nowak and Market Managers: Martha Archer and Jenny Heck (Mill City Farmers Market), Elizabeth Day and Mel Anderson (Four Sisters Farmers Market), Emily Lund (Neighborhood Roots Markets -- Fulton, Kingfield & Nokomis), Keeya Allen and Molly Fleming (Midtown Farmers Market), Mao Lee and Sina Pleggenkuhle (Minneapolis Lyndale, Nicollet Mall markets), DeVon Nolen (West Broadway Farmers Market), Sarah Knoss (Northeast Farmers Market), Jenny Breen (East Isles Farmers Market) along with other market champions. Supported by City of MPLS staff Sam Jensen and Grace Rude and recipe partnership with Beth Dooley. New participants welcome!

Calling all small business owners and farmers! 🌱 Ready to explore the Minneapolis farmers market scene in 2025? Join us ...
12/19/2024

Calling all small business owners and farmers! 🌱 Ready to explore the Minneapolis farmers market scene in 2025? Join us for an informative session that will prepare you for market success. Here's what's on our agenda:

📌 Overview of the different Minneapolis markets
📋 Application process insights
🚀 Navigating permits, licenses, and city/state requirements

Don't miss out on this opportunity to boost your business! RSVP now and empower yourself with the knowledge to thrive in Minneapolis. 🌟

Register on Eventbrite: https://tinyurl.com/MPLSVendorInfo2025

might be over, but you can support your local farmers market every week! Our Farmers Markets of MPLS Treasure Hunt is ...
08/12/2024

might be over, but you can support your local farmers market every week! Our Farmers Markets of MPLS Treasure Hunt is still running through August 18. Don't miss your chance to receive a link to our community cookbook and enter to win $5 to each participating market! Learn more at your local farmers market information booth.

Participating markets: Audubon Farmers Market , Four Sisters Farmers Market , Fulton Farmers Market , Kingfield Farmers Market , Linden Hills Farmers Market , Midtown Farmers Market , Mill City Farmers Market , Minneapolis Farmers Market , Nokomis Farmers Market , Northeast Minneapolis Farmers Market

A great way to support the local economy is to shop at the farmers market. Data from 13 participating Minneapolis market...
08/11/2024

A great way to support the local economy is to shop at the farmers market. Data from 13 participating Minneapolis markets shows over 2,000 local jobs were supported through farmers market participation. Check out this graphic from the Farmers Market Coalition about how to our local economies

Farmers markets are community hubs! Did you know in 2023 farmers traveled on average only 42 miles from farm to market? ...
08/11/2024

Farmers markets are community hubs! Did you know in 2023 farmers traveled on average only 42 miles from farm to market? Community members and farmers work together to create a more fair and sustainable food system in Minnesota.

From set up to break down, there are many moving pieces that make farmers markets ready to serve the community. We want ...
08/09/2024

From set up to break down, there are many moving pieces that make farmers markets ready to serve the community. We want to give a huge shout out to all the staff, volunteers, and vendors who are a critical part of what makes our markets run. Farmers Markets Don't Just Happen!

Make it a goal to visit as many different farmers markets you can and join our treasure hunt! Now through August 18, sea...
08/08/2024

Make it a goal to visit as many different farmers markets you can and join our treasure hunt! Now through August 18, search for a sparkly veggie at participating markets and get a stamp. The more markets you discover, the more prizes you can enjoy. Stop by the information booth of your local market to learn more, and check their social media for a clue! Open Thursdays: Audubon Farmers Market , Four Sisters Farmers Market , and Minneapolis Farmers Market .

Other participating markets: Fulton Farmers Market, Kingfield Farmers Market, Linden Hills Farmers Market, Midtown Farmers Market, Mill City Farmers Market, Nokomis Farmers Market, Northeast Minneapolis Farmers Market

We know that farmers markets are essential! Products from your farmers market go through just a few hands - the farmers ...
08/06/2024

We know that farmers markets are essential! Products from your farmers market go through just a few hands - the farmers and yours - before reaching your plate. The Farmers Markets of Minneapolis Collaborative is a hub of partnership to build a more connected, accessible and effective market system in Minneapolis.

Farmers markets are changing the way we shop! Access to fresh local food is a priority. Shoppers can purchase delicious ...
08/05/2024

Farmers markets are changing the way we shop! Access to fresh local food is a priority. Shoppers can purchase delicious healthy food directly from farmers using SNAP. Last year, over $345,000 in SNAP-EBT and Market Bucks were redeemed at farmers markets in Minneapolis. Check out this graphic from the Farmers Market Coalition about the impact farmers markets have across the country!

Happy ! This week and every week, join the Farmers Markets of Minneapolis in celebrating everything that makes our loca...
08/04/2024

Happy ! This week and every week, join the Farmers Markets of Minneapolis in celebrating everything that makes our local markets so great. Follow us on instagram and like our page to learn more about why farmers markets are essential!

Tomorrow is the first day of ! To celebrate, we are kicking off the Farmers Markets of MPLS Treasure Hunt as part of ou...
08/03/2024

Tomorrow is the first day of ! To celebrate, we are kicking off the Farmers Markets of MPLS Treasure Hunt as part of our National Farmers Market Week celebration. Explore Farmers Markets. Collect Stamps! Discover Freshness.

Check out your local farmers market's social media to learn more how to participate, or stop by their information booth.

Participating farmers markets: Audubon Farmers Market, Four Sisters Farmers Market, Fulton Farmers Market , Linden Hills Farmers Market , Kingfield Farmers Market , Midtown Farmers Market , Mill City Farmers Market , Minneapolis Farmers Market , Nokomis Farmers Market , Northeast Minneapolis Farmers Market

Help us celebrate the 25th annual ! Starting Sunday August 4, look for sparkly produce at participating markets, and ch...
07/31/2024

Help us celebrate the 25th annual ! Starting Sunday August 4, look for sparkly produce at participating markets, and check out their social media for a clue. This year, the Farmers Markets of MPLS Treasure Hunt encourages you to discover the magic of farmers markets. Take the photo of your find to the information booth to mark off your visit. Visit 2 markets for a tote bag, 4 for a special digital farmers market cookbook, and 6 to be entered to win $5 to each participating market!

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