Portland Farmers Market is a nonprofit organization that operates seven farmer markets in Portland, Oregon, USA. The market provides direct connections to over 200 vendors with deep roots in Oregon and Southwest Washington, including farms, nurseries, bakeries, meat and seafood providers, cheese makers and specialty food producers. The flagship market at Portland State University is named the best farmer's market in the United States for its size, diverse offerings, live entertainment, weekly cooking demonstrations, and more, by Bravo TV. The same market is ranked # 2 in the country for number of vendors, number of locals, seasonal results, year-round live music, market manager considerations every detail, The Daily Meal .
The organization's mission is to operate a world-class farmer market that contributes to the success of farmers and local food producers, and creates dynamic community meetings. The vision and values ​​of the organization include access to fresh agricultural food for all residents, sustainability, and organizational integrity.
During the peak season, the market serves up to 30,000 buyers each week. Market programming includes Kids Cook in the Market, where children learn about seasons of food, meet local farmers, and prepare freshly purchased ingredients in the market, and Chef in the Market, where the best cooks Portland and the Portland Farmers Market celebrating the height of seasonal market materials as they educate and inspire home cooks with cooking demonstrations.
Portland Farmers Market was founded in 1992 and held its first market in Alber's Mill parking lot along the Willamette River that year. This allows Portland, who once had to settle for a suburban market or travel to the ranch itself, easier access to fresh agricultural products. In 2016, the Portland Farmers Market celebrates its 25th anniversary.
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Location
Portland Farmers Market operates seven markets throughout the city. Locations include three downtown markets, at Portland State University on Saturday, Shemanski Park on Wednesdays, and Pioneer Courthouse Square on Monday. The four environmental markets are King and Lents International, both on Sunday, Kenton on Wednesdays, and Northwest on Thursday. The administrative office is located at 240 N Broadway, Suite 129.
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See also
- The Portland Saturday Market
- Portland Public Market
References
External links
- Portland Farmers Market (official website)
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