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Direct farm marketing makes gains in Manitoba
The pandemic shifted farmer and consumer habits, but may make data less representative of the norm, says Direct Farm Manitoba

Farm Fresh Food Hub gets a financial boost from province

More markets, more vendors, more challenges
Increasing visitor traffic to farmers’ markets would help, says Jeff Veenstra, Wild Earth Farms owner

Direct Farm Manitoba hopes for better connection
2016 census revealed a vibrant direct-marketing sector in Manitoba, but that hasn’t translated into memberships in the organization

St. Norbert market gets out of the rain
The popular venue will get a canopy for the summer as well as a year-round covered area

Farmers’ markets drive food sector innovation
They offer valuable insights into changing consumer tastes and preferences

Brush up on regulations to ensure a smooth market season
Do you know what is required when selling your product at the local farmers’ market?

St. Norbert’s Farmers’ Market grows — in winter
Customer demand is the main driver behind plans to expand to year-round operations

Starting a farmers’ market
Shoal Lake Ag Society aims to see markets thrive and vendors grow

For direct-farm marketers, Alberta is a great place to operate
Support includes help to finance travel and research, and allowing sales of alcohol in farmers’ markets