Summertime is a perfect time to take advantage of fresh, local produce! Why shop for trucked-in produce from parts unknown at the grocery store when you have a chance to buy and support local farmers. Possible health benefits aside, there’s just something special about eating local. And what’s summer without a fresh-from-the-garden tomato sandwich?

To fulfill your local produce needs, there are local Farmer’s Markets around the county, and the Chestertown Farmer’s & Artisan Market is a wonderful one to visit. It is open on Saturdays from 8am – noon and you can find a great variety of local artisans and farmers selling produce, baked goods and even enjoy some wine tastings!

Now if you find that you can’t make it on Saturday mornings, some of our smaller markets, such as Chestertown Natural Foods in downtown Chestertown and Cross Street Market in Galena also provide local and organic produce and are a great place to check out. Additionally, the county has several local produce stands where you can pick up daily essentials, and their prices are just great! You might want to try some different stands while you’re out and about this summer, you may just find your favorite vendor..or perhaps more than one.

The next time you’re out running errands, stop by your local produce stand for some fresh fruits & veggies…you’ll be so glad you did!