Fresh produce including watermelons, garlic, and peppers displayed in wooden crates at an outdoor farmers market stall.

Cincinnati farmers’ markets see surge in shoppers amid Cyclosporiasis outbreak

Consumers across Greater Cincinnati are changing where they shop as the ongoing cyclosporiasis outbreak raises concerns about fresh produce.  Cincinnati farmers’ markets have reported increased customer traffic, while local grocery stores also say shoppers are asking more questions about where fruits and vegetables are grown.  The shift comes as federal and state health officials continue…

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A bustling outdoor farmers market in Cincinnati with crowds of people shopping for fresh produce at vendor stalls.

Farmers markets Cincinnati continue to expand as demand for local food grows

Interest in locally grown food continues to rise across the Cincinnati region as neighborhood farmers markets expand their reach and offerings. Market operators, growers, and food advocates say shoppers increasingly value fresh produce, direct relationships with farmers, and locally produced goods. That demand has encouraged both established markets and newer community markets to grow, adding…

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Fresh carrots, bell peppers, and leafy greens displayed in crates at a Cincinnati farmers market.

Cincinnati farmers markets expand as sustainable food movement grows

Cincinnati farmers markets are expanding across neighborhoods as residents seek fresher, locally grown products. Cincinnati farmers markets are also fueling the broader sustainable food Ohio conversation and strengthening the local food movement Cincinnati leaders continue to support. Local producers say consumer demand has shifted in recent years. Shoppers want to know where their food comes…

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