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FARM fresh RHODE ISLAND

FARM FRESH from RHODE ISLAND

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Who's Your Farmer?

RHODE ISLAND, the Ocean State, values the environment, health and quality of life of Rhode Islands' farmers and eaters. There are over 43 farms that have established profiles of their Rhode Island Farms and have agreed to offer foods fresh from the fields and waters of this Ocean State.

Farmers COMMITTMENT and OBJECTIVES

    * Preserve Rhode Island farmland and our agricultural and culinary knowledge
    * Build healthier communities
    * Increase access to fresher, tastier food
    * Improve impact of food production and distribution on our environment
    * Strengthen community-based businesses

A sign of good taste.

Farmers' Markets are one of the easiest places to find the tasty harvests of Rhode Island farms. You'll find a diversity of foods fresh from the fields and meet the people who grow your meal. Plus, every dollar paid directly to a local grower is a dollar reinvested into Rhode Island communities.

Buy Local RI

The Buy Local RI tomato is a seal of commitment to Rhode Island family farms and artisan food producers. You'll find the Buy Local RI tomato at area farmers' markets, farmstands, restaurants, schools, groceries
and caterers that offer foods fresh from the fields and waters of the Ocean State. A fabulous way to get 100% FRESH PRODUCE. What these farmers sell must be grown on their own farms. The farm and town of the purchased food is displayed.

This is a wonderful way to help the communities cope with the economy. There are farmers markets throughout the state Sunday through Saturday -7 days. If we include Massachusetts and Connecticut, there are 337 markets.

Only 6 miles away in the City of Pawtucket is the Pawtucket farmers' market in its fourth season, it has moved a few blocks to this new location in a shaded riverside parking lot beside the Old Slater Mill.which is across from the Downtown Pawtucket Visitor Center and conveniently by the RIPTA bus terminal. This market's has now high visibility and the enthusiasm of the Pawtucket community and attracts to the market a loyal following on Sunday afternoons.

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Posted by Kathleen Ann Pacheco-Corbett Realtor® RI-Ma CEBA Master e-Pro ABR ABRM GRI CRS on 06/12/2009 05:52 AM

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30 Comments on FARM fresh RHODE ISLAND

JUN

Excellent. Our Farmers Markets are just opening up with local produce. They are my #1 shopping stop.

I love Farmers' Markets, the quality of their produce is superior to what you often find in many supermarkets. And I agree, eating locally grown food not only guarantees freshness but also helps the local economy.

I love to support my local farmers. You can taste the love they put into their products.

Thank you for the Post.

You made me hungry. Quality food is the new luxury. Instead of a big Lexus SUV as a status symbol, organic produce is the way to go.

There's nothing that compares to the flavor of fresh produce from the farmers market. Thanks for the reminder to take some time this weekend to visit one.

Kathleen - Bravo, Hurray, YaHoo. I was so excited to see this post and more excited after reading. Supporting our local farmers is so important. Your links are wonderful and this is one of the best posts I have seen for RI. Congrats on your feature. Thank you for allowing a re-blog.

LENN: You and me, both. I rather shop FIRST at LOCAL Farmer markets before going shopping at Shaws and Stop and Shop.I know I am helping my communities by spending my money with them to preserve their farms and I know I am bring and providing FRESH produce and food for my family, friends and relatives.

I love fresh local produce. Sure beats the taste of the stuff I bought yesterday at the supermarket! Not to mention the benefits to the local community!

Kathleen, I agree with Lisa, that this is one of the best RI posts. Congratulations:)

Rhode Island Farms are certainly more healthy than supermarkets, and the drive itself is fun to us "city people"!

Kathleen, thank you for bringing back so many memories of the wonderful years of living briefly in Providence but then buying my first home in Jamestown back in the 70's.

The farms in Rhode Island are some of the most beautiful anywhere and with the salt water so close, what a combination! The fresh local produce was and will always be unbeatable.

I have always enjoyed a good farmer's market, we have a few around here. I think it reminds me of childhood a little, because I grew up on a farm.

Farmers markets are a wonderful way to boost the local economy, as well as get to know your neighbors and get active in your community. The produce and flowers are the best available.

LOURDES: We are on the same page. healthy fresh food and helping the economy. AFFIRMATIVE!

Kathleen this is a great post. We have a farmers market all year long here in Phx and I love going there. You're making me hungry for really good fresh tomoates! Yum.

Hi Kathleen. You can't beat tomatoes typically found at Farmer's Markets. Thanks for highlighting this one in your area.

Great local and Fresh Eating post kathleen ! Congrats on the feature :o)

That's super (crunch crunch) This carrot is organic...and could have come from Rhode Island!

BETTINA: Thank you for visiting, I, too, love the farmers produce, so fresh and delicious and healthy

Great post and yes I too love the farmer's market-- though our growing season is alot shosrter than RI

JUN

JOE: I feel more people are concerned about their health and want freshly grown products I think that is why the farmer's markets do well as do Whole Foods.

IRENE: I am happy to have reminded you of the variety of good healthy foods that are available at these farmer markets. Enjoy your weekend and produce shopping.

MELISSA: I agree with you I prefer geting my produce FRESH from the LOCAL farmer markets than the supermarket .

KAREN: I appreciate your visit and your complimentary comment. Do enjoy your ride to the market that you have decided to visit.

STEVE: Thanks for your visit. I am happy that I brought you back to some fond memories while you were in Jamestown, Being near the ocean and have these fantastic farms do make RI a desirable location to live work and PLAY.

We have local Farmers' Markets all over the Metro Portland area. And we have them on Wednesday AND Saturday! It's great to go in throughout the season and get the seasonal fruits. First the blueberries, strawberries, later in the season our blackberrys . . . thanks for your post and reminding us to appreciate these things!

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Hi Kathleen:

Stopped by to read your featured post!

Congratulations....

Farm Fresh is always best!

Hi Kathleen... Congratulations on your Gold Star. Farmer markets are very popular here too, and are busy all Summer throughout Greater Victoria, Have Fun and pick up some local fresh veggies and fruit.

Cheers, thanks for sharing your story:O)

I am just about to leave for an appointment, but at some point today I will be stopping at our farmers market too. Just got to love them for fresh foods and visiting friends you run into!

JL: Being raised on a farm but have been hard work. Were you at an age to help with the farm chores?

ERIKA: Thanks for the mention of getting flowers, I do love the variety that these markets have and always bring home a bunch, I love flowers. Thank you for your comment.

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