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The Truth About Farmers Markets (Price Comparison)

An article discussing a farmers market price comparison study conducted by a business statistics class at Seattle University. Studying an area farmers market and two grocery markets over a two…
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West Central Minnesota Farmers Market Pricing Study

University of Minnesota Extension found that farmers market prices during peak growing season were highly competitive with regional grocery store prices. To research how prices for these commonly purchased foods…
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Trends in U.S. Local and Regional Food Systems: A Report to Congress

This report provides an overview of local and regional food systems across several dimensions. It details the latest economic information on local food producers, consumers, and policy, relying on findings…
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Vermont Market Currency Report

2013 report analyzing Vermont farmers markets’ SNAP, FMNP and incentive systems. Report funded by Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets (VAAFM) and NOFA-VT.
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Stagnant, Saturated, or Ready to Surge? Strategic Marketing Investments for Vermont’s Direct to Consumer Markets

This report, “Stagnant, Saturated, or Ready to Surge?” was commissioned by NOFA-VT to understand how current trends in food retailing and consumer values shape the opportunities and challenges for Vermont’s…
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Vermont Farmers’ Markets and Grocery Stores: A Price Comparison

the primary objectives of this price comparison study are threefold: 1. Establish an overview of prices at farmers’ markets that consumers can expect to encounter in Vermont, and how they…
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