Spring is officially upon us, and that means warmer weather, longer days, and new varieties of fresh produce! Take time to enjoy all that spring has to offer and spend the day with your family at the Greeley Farmer’s Market. Whether you are a regular customer or have never been to a farmer’s market, there is always something new and exciting for every one of all ages.
Below are 5 health benefits that come from shopping at your local farmer’s market:
Freshly picked, in season produce at its peak flavor and nutrition.
It’s true, the fresher the produce, the greater the nutrition. Often times, you can purchase fruits and vegetables that were harvested earlier that same day! Take a look at Colorado’s seasonal produce guide here.
Colorful fruits and vegetables boost health.
Did you know that different colored fruits and vegetables offer different types of vitamins and minerals? Aim at eating all colors of the rainbow each day to maximize your nutrition.
Farmers often have tips and tricks to best prepare their produce.
Not only do you have the opportunity to snag a new recipe, you can also learn of ways to store your produce to extend its freshness.
Get the kids involved and try new fruits and vegetables.
Farmer’s Markets are fun for the whole family and offer an opportunity to get children excited about healthy food. Tip: let each child pick out a vegetable they want to try that week.
Farmer’s Markets offer foods that align with MyPlate Guidelines.
You can find more than just fresh fruits and vegetables at your local farmer’s market. Look for additional products that fall in the dairy, grain, and protein food groups.
The Scoop: Starting May 19th, the Greeley Farmer’s Market will be open free to the public every Saturday from 8am to 12pm at the Historic Train Depot in Greeley (902 7th Ave).
As a bonus, WIC will be visiting the Farmer’s Market on Saturday, June 2nd. Make sure to stop by the WIC booth for fun activities! Check it out: http://greeleygov.com/activities/fm/home.
Double Up Food Bucks with SNAP!
Are you a WIC participant who also receives SNAP? SNAP recipients can use their EBT card to receive Double Up Food Bucks at the Greeley Farmer’s Market, making their SNAP benefits go further! For more information on how it works, click on the video below!
For a full list of Farmer’s Market locations in Weld County, please see below:
Greeley Farmer’s Market
When: 8am – 12pm Saturdays, May 19th – October 27th
Where: Historic Train Depot
902 7th Avenue
Greeley, CO 80631
Windsor Farmer’s Market
When: 9am – 1pm Saturdays, June 23rd – September 29th
Where: Boardwalk Park
115 5th Street
Windsor, CO 80550
Johnstown Farmer’s Market
When: 5pm – 8pm Saturdays, August 18th – September 15th
Where: Downtown Johnstown
Charlotte Street and Parish Avenue
Johnstown, CO 80534
The Frederick Market
When: 4pm – 8pm Thursdays, June 7th – August 30th
4pm – 7pm Thursdays, September 6th – 27th
Where: Crist Park
105 5th Street
Frederick, CO 80530