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It seems that spring is in the air! Has winter left or will it return – that is the question. This is the time of year when farmers begin preparing fields and garden beds for planting, taking a risk with the weather. Chicks are being raised, hogs and steers are ready to take to market. Laying hens start providing an abundance of eggs as the days grow longer. The labor of the farmer provides fresh, locally grown foods so we can feed our families.

Our winter market has been going strong but I think we’re all ready to be outside again, in the fresh air, visiting with our community.

Mark your calendars for Opening Day, Saturday, April 18th in Memorial Park by the library.

Be sure to check out all the products available – at the top of the online market page you can scroll through Featured and New items. This week there are turnip greens, and you can find cilantro and parsley under the Herbs category. Create a meal kit for breakfast or dinner – we have eggs, bread, honey, sausage, and ham steaks for breakfast. Pick up a whole chicken to roast that will make you several meals plus broth, add greens and radishes for a salad plus a loaf of artisan bread or buy some brats to grill and pair with a gourmet mustard available here from Tajour Specialty Products. There really are so many options. Don’t forget a dessert item!

Have a great week and see you Saturday!