We love the market! Up until the past two years we were selling our produce to wholesalers so we get no feedback from customers, and, of course, we get a lot less for our produce. At the market we are one-on-one with everyone who buys from us so we are learning what they are looking for and how they like what we have had available so far.

It is a very positive atmosphere with everyone looking to support local producers whether it be vegetables, candles, pictures, jams, soap, knitwear, meat, or anything. Of course the big plus is that we get a fair market price for our goods, which we don’t get going through a middle man.

Karen Durfrey
Ripple Trail Farm, Whitbourne

I’ve found the market to be a financially and socially rewarding experience. I am adjusting my operation to produce more of what I sold last year, and am looking forward to trying some new products as well. I enjoy meeting the people who buy what I grow and the lively conversations about food, health, cooking, and the food industry. I’ve encouraged people to be a bit more adventurous in what they try to grow here in St. John’s and I have learned some of the nutriceutical benefits of what I grow.

Jeremy Carter
Mt. Scio Farm, St. John’s

The St. John’s Farmers’ Market has given our farm an avenue to create direct relationships with our customers, which has expanded markets for our products and increased our customer base. The farmers market has given us a place where our family farm feels connected and our hard work is appreciated.

Jim and Michelle Lester
Lester Farms, St. John’s