Category: farmers-market

Fruit Growers News | July/August 2026

Farm Market & Agritourism —Communicating weather challenges: How to turn setbacks into opportunities

Learn successful strategies for effective messaging around crop losses from this spring’s freeze and keeping your customers informed and engaged.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Jul 01, 2026

2026 Great Lakes EXPO Farm Market Bus Tour

INDUSTRY NEWS | Jun 24, 2026

Good news for farm markets: Honey consumption spikes among consumers

USDA reports U.S. honey consumption nearly doubled since 1990, with imports supplying 78% of the nation’s honey demand in 2025.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Jun 13, 2026

Farm Market Friday: Northeast Ohio photo tour part 2

Hit the road as we stop in at three Northeast Ohio farm market and agritourism operations. Check out the photo galleries.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Jun 06, 2026

Sunshine, strawberries and local finds: Northeast Ohio farm market photo tour

Grab your sunglasses and hit the road with us for a quick photo tour around Northeast Ohio farm markets.

Fruit Growers News | May/June 2026

Signage that sells: 7 best practices for farm markets

Learn seven practical farm market signage strategies that improve customer experience and help increase produce sales. Read the full guide.

INDUSTRY NEWS | May 01, 2026

Farm Market Fridays: Rohrbach’s is where family fun, local goods, friendly smiles and killer BBQ meet

Meet Rohrbach’s, a Central PA treasure with a unique mix of local goods and food and a serious commitment to building community through agritourism and events.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Apr 24, 2026

Farm Market Fridays: Butler’s Orchard talks challenges, wins

Butler’s Orchard shares how its events and pick-your-own experiences drive year-round success. Find out what keeps customers coming back.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Apr 22, 2026

USDA opens $27.7M in grants for farmers markets, direct-to-consumer programs

Eligible operators and food businesses should review requirements and apply via Grants.gov by June 5, 2026.

Fruit Growers News | April 2026

Farm Market & Agritourism: 7 smart strategies to flip your market into a customer magnet

Attention to detail can pay off with increased foot traffic and higher sales. Learn practical tips to drive engagement at your market.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Apr 06, 2026

Registration open for MSU Extension’s Agritourism Summit, Tour

The 2026 event brings farmers, business owners, community leaders and tourism professionals together. See the agenda and get registered.

Fruit Growers News | March 2026

Farm Market & Agritourism: Target marketing to reach your audience

Learn best practices for turning customer insights into action at your farm market or agritourism operation.

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