A new season is upon us and 2020's Bucksport Bay Farmer's Market is shaping up to be our best market year yet! A change in market oversight from the Chamber of Commerce to the Farmers themselves has given us a chance to be more involved in all aspects of hosting our local market. Good things are growing; including us! We have 12 farmers and craft vendors committed to begin this year's market, with a goal of growing to more than 20 as the season progresses. Our market will still be a member of the Chamber of Commerce and it's new Board Members, Director, and staff have been helpful with this transition. As we are planning our market's season, we hope for your continued support, too.
Our mission is to sustain a place for small family farms, homesteads and hearths and talented artisans, makers, and musicians to come together within our community. Several of our farms are veteran-owned, including returning Fields of Fire Farm and new vendor, Mudpuppy Farm. Our participation in SNAP and the Maine Federation of Farmer's Markets "Harvest Bucks" program help the most vulnerable of our community to purchase fresh, healthy, and organic foods for our families. Exciting things are planned for 2020, including the return of our popular Chips & Salsa Contest and a Live Reptile exhibit, live musicians, a seed swap event, and more!
We hope to see YOU and your family at the Farmer's Market!
