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Chicago Region Mini Farmers Market Schedule, November 15-21
FARMERS MARKETS l If you love the outdoor farmers market vibe, make sure to check this schedule and catch one of the last of this season...

Bob Benenson
Nov 15, 20241 min read


Illinois Hemp Growers' Proposed Reform Bill Seeks to Unleash Growth
HEMP l Hemp wrongly got swept up in efforts to ban marijuana. Congress made hemp growing legal in 2018 but some state laws need change...

Bob Benenson
Nov 14, 20243 min read


Chicago Region Mini Farmers Market Schedule, November 8-14
FARMERS MARKETS l We're down to five remaining outdoor markets on our weekly Chicago region schedule. But... we're up to five indoor markets

Bob Benenson
Nov 7, 20242 min read


"Common Ground" Event Seeks to Match Farmers with Landowners
FARMLAND ACCESS l Three organizations seeking to foster farmland access for early-stage farmers are holding a Nov. 13 event in Urbana, IL...

Bob Benenson
Nov 4, 20242 min read


Organic Transition is Focus of Non-Profit's Nov. 12 Webinar
ORGANIC FARMING l If you are a farmer considering transition, you should consider attending a Nov. 12 webinar focused on going organic

Bob Benenson
Nov 4, 20242 min read


Four-Part Farmers Market Strategy Series Launches November 12
FARMERS MARKETS l IL Farmers Market Association & Good Food Accelerator are launching a series for producers seeking farmers market success

Bob Benenson
Nov 4, 20241 min read


Breaking News: Green City Market Leader Mandy Moody to Step Down
FARMERS MARKET l Mandy Moody, who has headed Chicago's highly regarded Green City Market for 4 years, is stepping down for personal reasons

Bob Benenson
Nov 1, 20242 min read


Chicago Region Mini Farmers Market Schedule, November 1-7
FARMERS MARKETS l Today's Halloween, tomorrow's November, the outdoor farmers market sked is downsized. You can't say we didn't warn you :)

Bob Benenson
Oct 31, 20242 min read


Farmers Who Deliver Expand Local Food Access
FARMS AND FARMERS l Most Chicago outdoor markets have wrapped up their seasons. Farms that home deliver are a rare but convenient option...

Bob Benenson
Oct 28, 20242 min read


Chicago Winter Markets: One Goes North, One's New, One Returns
FARMERS MARKETS l Exciting news for Chicago's winter farmers market fans: There are 3 new choices to add to your winter local food shopping.

Bob Benenson
Oct 27, 20242 min read


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