Cheers to a Berry Interesting Saturday of Grillin' & Chillin'...

June 1, 2019

Saturdays, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Bring Everyone to the Summer Kickoff This Saturday!

June 1! June 1! June 1! Make sure to mark this date in your calendar! The Mississippi Farmers Market is hosting its 14th Annual Summer Kickoff on Saturday, June 1, from 9 a.m.- 12 p.m. There will be games and activities for the whole family.

Farm animals will be outdoors for kids to see and learn about (weather permitting) at 10:00 a.m. near the Pizza Garden.

Also, there will be beef burger grilling demonstrations provided by Nancy Strickland of the Mississippi Beef Council. The first demonstration will be at 9:30 a.m., and the second one will be at 11:00 a.m.

Enjoy ice cream compliments of Blue Bell and popcorn freshly popped and buttery!

Of course, the Mississippi Farmers Market will have normal business hours from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Come inside and browse as you normally do for fresh produce, dairy products, meats, plants, jewelry, and creative goods from our local artisans.

This Week's Vendors

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Kickin' off the Summer Right!

Below you'll find a list of some of the fresh things you should add to your shopping list for this weekend! Between watching the beef burger grilling demonstrations, watching the farm animals (weather permitting), and engaging in the games and activities, you'll still have time to shop, shop, shop!

Grab your notepad, and start writing your list. Here are some of the great things you should look forward to finding while shopping during the Market's Grillin' & Chillin' Summer Kickoff event this Saturday:

Blueberries - Blackberries - Bell Peppers - Cabbage - Peaches

Green Plums - Variety of Greens - Lettuce - Brussels Sprouts - Carrots - Snow Peas - Onions - Cauliflower - Radishes - Beets - Snap Beans - Herbs

Rutabagas - Hydroponic Tomatoes - Cucumbers - Peppers - Eggs

Milk - Cheese - Butter - Beef - Pork - Lamb - Honey - Rice

Jams - Jellies - Salsa - Coffee

Works from Local Artisans

Fresh Cut Flowers - Herb Plants- Vegetable Plants

Carefully-Prepared Baked Goods

And So Much More!

While shopping, if you have any questions, our vendors have answers! They are always happy to help make your purchasing decisions a breeze!

Saturdays, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Get Your Blackberries This Saturday!

Blackberry, oh, let me count the ways I love thee!

No, I am not referencing the mobile phone that was super-popular in the 90s. I'm referring to the fruit !

We make pies with them. We toss them in our yogurt to make parfaits. We even use them in buttermilk cakes. Oh, the options we have with dear ole blackberries!

The great thing about them is you will find them at the Mississippi Farmers Market this Saturday. Vendor Cooper Farms will have them in stock at their booth, so feel free to stop by there, say hello, and grab your delicious blackberries!

There are benefits to eating these, too, you know? Oh, yes! Blackberries are rich in fiber and vitamins C, K, and A. You can easily include blackberries in your diet by eating them for breakfast, as a snack, or as dessert. They go well in smoothies, protein shakes, fruit salads, yogurt, oatmeal, and cereal.

Now, what are you waiting on? Go get your "blackberry" on!

Blue + Berries = Delicious!

Blueberries are in! This fruit is very popular in Mississippi, and everyone can't seem to get enough of them! In the same family as cranberries , bilberries , and huckleberries , blueberries are native to North America. You'll find them used to make jams and muffins, frozen , purée d, juiced, or dried. Blueberry sauce and blueberry wine are also made with this fruit.

Don't forget to pick up yours this Saturday. Reap the benefits of eating them:

Rich in fiber and vitamins C & K
Support heart health
Low in calories

The Farmer's Table

The Farmer's Table is located at the Mississippi Farmers Market. It is open for dine in or carry out breakfast and lunch Tuesday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. and on Saturday from 8:00 a.m. until.

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Mississippi Farmers Market

929 High Street / Jackson, MS 39202 / 601.354.6573 / Saturdays 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND COMMERCE

ANDY GIPSON, COMMISSIONER