Farmers Market Growth and Food for Families Program

community · 2019 · Denman Island Farmers Market

The Denman Island Farmers Market has grown from 12 vendors four years ago to 45 vendors in 2019, with an average Saturday turnout of 27 vendors. The market generated approximately $80,000 for the local economy. The Food for Families Nutritious Coupon Program was introduced, providing $21 per week in coupons to 41 participants to purchase vegetables, greens, eggs, and meats at the market, bringing $6,282 of new money into the market.

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• “Four years ago when the GPA took on the Farmers Market there were 12 vendors. This year we had 45 islanders listed... We estimate that the FM brought in about $80,000 to the island economy... The BC Farmers Market Association has a program... called Food for Families... We started it this season with 41 participants who receive coupons worth $21 per week... The program brought $6,282 of new money into the FM!” — The Islands Grapevine – November 28th, 2019 (November 28th, 2019)

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