"Know your neighbors, know your food" at this week's Mainstreet Farmers Market. Find the freshest selection of fruits and vegetables all in one place at the market in Statesboro, every Saturday.
NEW TO THE MARKET THIS WEEK:
Local Peanuts!
FEATURED PRODUCE INCLUDES:
The freshest supply of eggs, dairy, melons, okra, tomatoes, peaches, peas, corn and much much more!
Celebrate the weekend with a family cookout complete with the freshest, grass-fed Hunter Cattle beef cuts and poultry from Hope Grows found at the Mainstreet Farmers Market.
While picking up the freshest produce in the area don't forget to browse through the unique gifts and crafts available to you at the market.
Enjoy delicious homemade ice cream at the Coffee Wagon, the perfect accessory for your summer afternoon at the market!
Back by popular demand: Mary Hannah Riggins will be hitting the main stage with her alternative and country music style.
A Traveling Field Day with games just for kids will be there on Saturday along with the Family Reading Fun Center by the Statesboro Regional Library.
So, Meet us at the market this Saturday, July 24, from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at 2 E. Main Street in the downtown Sea Island Bank parking area, just across the street from the Bulloch County Courthouse. Follow us on Facebook for weekly updates on the freshest produce to look out for and more.
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Friday, July 2, 2010
Kick off your Independence Day Celebration Early! At the Mainstreet Farmers Market!
"Know your neighbors, know your food" at this week's Mainstreet Farmers Market. Find the freshest selection of fruits and vegetables all in one place at the market in Statesboro, every Saturday.
The Mainstreet Farmers Market in Downtown Statesboro is the perfect place to kick off celebrating Independence Day. The produce at the market is always the freshest, best tasting and will sure make your holiday weekend the best.
FEATURED PRODUCE INCLUDES:
A wonderful selection of the summer season's favorite's: Corn, Melons, Peaches, Blackberries, Blueberries, Squash, Peas, Eggplant, Okra, Tomatoes,eggs, dairy products, fresh herbs and plants for your garden.
Stock up on everything you need for your Independence Day cookout such as the freshest, grass-fed Hunter Cattle beef cuts and poultry from Hope Grows found at the Mainstreet Farmers Market.
While picking up the freshest produce in the area don't forget to browse through the unique gifts and crafts available to you at the market.
In tradition with the Independence Day holiday, Hunter Cattle Beef will be serving delicious hamburgers and ribs, at the Garden Table Cafe.
For your musical entertainment Will & Matt will be on the Mainstage at the market this week, performing country music favorites.
And only at the Mainstreet Farmers Market enjoy ice cold Watermelon slices for tasting and traveling field day games for the kids.
The Market Independence Day celebration will also be aired through a live radio simulcast on WWNS 1240 AM & WMCD 107.3.
This week's market will sure be a market you won't want to miss.
So start off your holiday weekend right and meet us at the market this Saturday, June 26, from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at 2 E. Main Street in the downtown Sea Island Bank parking area, just across the street from the Bulloch County Courthouse. Follow us on Facebook for weekly updates on the freshest produce to look out for and more.
The Mainstreet Farmers Market in Downtown Statesboro is the perfect place to kick off celebrating Independence Day. The produce at the market is always the freshest, best tasting and will sure make your holiday weekend the best.
FEATURED PRODUCE INCLUDES:
A wonderful selection of the summer season's favorite's: Corn, Melons, Peaches, Blackberries, Blueberries, Squash, Peas, Eggplant, Okra, Tomatoes,eggs, dairy products, fresh herbs and plants for your garden.
Stock up on everything you need for your Independence Day cookout such as the freshest, grass-fed Hunter Cattle beef cuts and poultry from Hope Grows found at the Mainstreet Farmers Market.
While picking up the freshest produce in the area don't forget to browse through the unique gifts and crafts available to you at the market.
In tradition with the Independence Day holiday, Hunter Cattle Beef will be serving delicious hamburgers and ribs, at the Garden Table Cafe.
For your musical entertainment Will & Matt will be on the Mainstage at the market this week, performing country music favorites.
And only at the Mainstreet Farmers Market enjoy ice cold Watermelon slices for tasting and traveling field day games for the kids.
The Market Independence Day celebration will also be aired through a live radio simulcast on WWNS 1240 AM & WMCD 107.3.
This week's market will sure be a market you won't want to miss.
So start off your holiday weekend right and meet us at the market this Saturday, June 26, from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at 2 E. Main Street in the downtown Sea Island Bank parking area, just across the street from the Bulloch County Courthouse. Follow us on Facebook for weekly updates on the freshest produce to look out for and more.
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Vendor Profiles: Southern Swiss Dairy
Southern Swiss Dairy, LLC
The next time you visit the Mainstreet Statesboro Farmer’s Market, be sure to bring your cooler and some cold packs. That way, you’ll be able to visit Southern Swiss Dairy’s tent and take home some of the area’s richest milk, butter, cream, and ice cream.
“We’ve been in the dairy business since 1992,” said Ginny Franks, who along with her husband, Jimmy, owns the Burke County dairy. “We’re the fifth generation of the family to operate the farm.” With more than 1,000 acres, the Franks milk about 160 Brown Swiss, Holstein, and crossbred cows. They carefully control what the cows eat so that the milk they produce is free of artificial growth hormones.
Until last winter, the Franks sold their milk to a cooperative, but as co-op prices dropped, they decided to take a different route. They now process and bottle their own milk, and they market the milk and other dairy products under their farm’s name, Southern Swiss Dairy.
“We have a busy life,” said Ginny, “growing corn, oats, and soybeans, caring for the cows, processing the milk, and making deliveries from Waynesboro to Augusta to Savannah and to Swainsboro. We offer tours of the farm for students and visitors, and we show our prize-winning cows at national livestock expos.”
Southern Swiss Dairy is located just outside of Waynesboro. Brown Swiss are one of the oldest and most productive dairy breeds.
The next time you visit the Mainstreet Statesboro Farmer’s Market, be sure to bring your cooler and some cold packs. That way, you’ll be able to visit Southern Swiss Dairy’s tent and take home some of the area’s richest milk, butter, cream, and ice cream.
“We’ve been in the dairy business since 1992,” said Ginny Franks, who along with her husband, Jimmy, owns the Burke County dairy. “We’re the fifth generation of the family to operate the farm.” With more than 1,000 acres, the Franks milk about 160 Brown Swiss, Holstein, and crossbred cows. They carefully control what the cows eat so that the milk they produce is free of artificial growth hormones.
Until last winter, the Franks sold their milk to a cooperative, but as co-op prices dropped, they decided to take a different route. They now process and bottle their own milk, and they market the milk and other dairy products under their farm’s name, Southern Swiss Dairy.
“We have a busy life,” said Ginny, “growing corn, oats, and soybeans, caring for the cows, processing the milk, and making deliveries from Waynesboro to Augusta to Savannah and to Swainsboro. We offer tours of the farm for students and visitors, and we show our prize-winning cows at national livestock expos.”
Southern Swiss Dairy is located just outside of Waynesboro. Brown Swiss are one of the oldest and most productive dairy breeds.
What's at the Market?: June 26, 2010.
"Know your neighbors, know your food" at this week's Mainstreet Farmers Market. Find the freshest selection of fruits and vegetables all in one place at the market in Statesboro, every Saturday.
NEW TO THE MARKET THIS WEEK:
Butterbeans!
FEATURED PRODUCE INCLUDES:
The freshest supply of local Corn, Melons, Peaches, Blackberries, Blueberries, Squash, Peas, Eggplant, Okra, Tomatoes,eggs, dairy products, fresh herbs and plants for your garden.
Celebrate SUMMER with a family cookout that includes the freshest, grass-fed Hunter Cattle beef cuts and poultry from Hope Grows found at the Mainstreet Farmers Market.
While picking up the freshest produce in the area don't forget to browse through the unique gifts and crafts available to you at the market.
At the Garden Table Cafe this Saturday enjoy delicious and family friendly recipes prepared by one of Statesboro's favorite restaurants, Manny's.
Greater Glory will be on the mainstage at 10:00 playing some exciting and up-beat music that will sure make the Mainstreet Farmers Market the place to be on Saturday!
So, Meet us at the market this Saturday, June 26, from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at 2 E. Main Street in the downtown Sea Island Bank parking area, just across the street from the Bulloch County Courthouse. Follow us on Facebook for weekly updates on the freshest produce to look out for and more.
NEW TO THE MARKET THIS WEEK:
Butterbeans!
FEATURED PRODUCE INCLUDES:
The freshest supply of local Corn, Melons, Peaches, Blackberries, Blueberries, Squash, Peas, Eggplant, Okra, Tomatoes,eggs, dairy products, fresh herbs and plants for your garden.
Celebrate SUMMER with a family cookout that includes the freshest, grass-fed Hunter Cattle beef cuts and poultry from Hope Grows found at the Mainstreet Farmers Market.
While picking up the freshest produce in the area don't forget to browse through the unique gifts and crafts available to you at the market.
At the Garden Table Cafe this Saturday enjoy delicious and family friendly recipes prepared by one of Statesboro's favorite restaurants, Manny's.
Greater Glory will be on the mainstage at 10:00 playing some exciting and up-beat music that will sure make the Mainstreet Farmers Market the place to be on Saturday!
So, Meet us at the market this Saturday, June 26, from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at 2 E. Main Street in the downtown Sea Island Bank parking area, just across the street from the Bulloch County Courthouse. Follow us on Facebook for weekly updates on the freshest produce to look out for and more.
Corny Days Success!
At Corny Days at the Mainstreet Farmers Market this past Saturday (June 19, 2010) frequent market attendee, John Forrest, showed everyone how to ride a Pennyfarthing! Everyone stopped in awe to watch him ride around the market.
Corny Days was a huge success proving it to be one of the best markets of the season. Corny days featured music by Wally Brown from Small Town Addictions, Corn tasting of produce provided by various vendors at the market and fun games for children.
Corny Days helped to kick start the corn season and bring in a fun and exciting summer. Be sure to stop be the Mainstreet Farmers Market every Saturday into November from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. in the Sea Island Bank parking area just across from the courthouse!
Friday, June 18, 2010
Aw Shucks! Corny Days at the Market: June 18, 2010
NEW TO THE MARKET THIS WEEK:
Fresh Caught GEORGIA SHRIMP from KC Morris.
FEATURED PRODUCE INCLUDES:
Lots and lots of varities of CORN! Eggplant, 4 varieties of squash, bell peppers, jalapeño peppers, tomatillos, tomatoes, fingerling potatoes, red potatoes, carrots, onions, peas, beans,watermelon, cantaloupes, blackberries, blueberries, peaches, plums, cheese, milk, butter, cream and buttermilk, eggs, baked goods, honey, plants and herbs
While picking up the freshest produce try the freshest local beef cutts and polutry sold all in one conveinent location at the market. These meats will make for the perfect summer cook-out and always taste great as they are grown by your neighbors.
While picking up the freshest produce in the area don't forget that perfect gift for Father's Day! Browse through the unique gifts and crafts available to you at the market.
At the Garden Table Cafe this Saturday enjoy delicious meals provided by Chef Jon from W.K. Cafe. Chef Jon will use local produce from the market to make the fresh, healthy and family friendly meals for everyone to enjoy.
Enjoy the country/rock musical stylings of Wally Brown from "Small Town Addictions."
Corny days will feature a traveling field day for children along with face paiting, corn cob toss games and live entertainment. Select local farmers will present their fresh corn for tasting at the Market too.
Corny days will sure be a market you will not want to miss!
So, Meet us at the market this Saturday, June 19, from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at 2 E. Main Street in the downtown Sea Island Bank parking area, just across the street from the Bulloch County Courthouse. Follow us on Facebook for weekly updates on the freshest produce to look out for and more.
Meet the Farmers: "The Herb Lady"
Meet "The Herb Lady"
“I was amazed at the response from people who bought my fresh herbs,” McKenna said. “I filled small packages with one or two types of herbs, added a recipe that I knew would be good, and sold the packages for a reasonable price. “ She didn’t understand her success until she checked out the shipped-in, packaged herbs sold at local grocery stores. Not only were they more expensive than hers, they weren’t nearly as fresh and appealing.
This year, in addition to oregano, thyme, dill, mint, garlic, rosemary, basil and sage, McKenna is growing horseradish, cilantro, sweet bay, tarragon, and stevia leaves (for use as a sweetener). She’s added fennel and sprouts this year, too, so it’s not difficult to see she enjoys growing her garden.
McKenna first learned her gardening skills in Connecticut and Maine, but moved here with her family 15 years ago. She smiles when reminiscing about the “learning curve” that came with gardening in the summer heat of Georgia.
McKenna picks herbs the night before or on the morning of the market, so you can be sure that she offers the very freshest produce. When you’re at the market, stop in check out new recipes and fresh new flavors, and say hello to “The Herb Lady.”
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