August 7-13, 2016 is the second annual Local Foods Week in Ohio! There are many ways to celebrate Local Foods Week. One popular way is to visit a farmer’s market or farm stand. If you have never been to a farmer’s market, use a local foods directory to find a market near you. Then, as you visit, keep the following tips in mind:
If you do visit a farmer’s market to celebrate Ohio Local Foods Week, share your experience on social media using the hashtag #LocalFoodsOH. Additionally, visit the website localfoods.osu.edu to sign up for the Ohio Local Foods Challenge! The challenge is a commitment to spend at least $10 on your favorite local foods during Local Foods Week. I bet you’ll find it easy to complete the challenge if you use these tips to shop at your local farmer’s market!