U.S. farmers are coping in uncertain times and are coming up with creative ways to sell their produce, as farmers’ markets shut down across the country. In communities nationwide, farmers and market managers are making the case for continuing to sell local food with precautions in place against COVID-19. Tired of frozen meals and canned produce? Local organic farmers are ready to deliver fresh goods right to your door. While canned goods and packaged foods disappear from supermarket shelves, in Georgia, Athens-area organic farmers have joined forces to deliver local produce directly to residents as they shelter-in-place due to the novel coronavirus spread. In Agrinews this week, a piece called “Why I chose organic farming” highlights the decisions behind becoming an organic farmer. “I chose organic farming because, as a first-generation farmer, it allowed me to start my farm business on a small scale with simple infrastructure and a low-impact approach to soil and plant health.”
Surviving COVID-19: How US Farmers Are Coping In Uncertain Times
Producers are coming up with creative ways to sell their produce, as farmers’ markets shut down across the country.
I chose organic farming because, as a first-generation farmer, it allowed me to start my farm business on a small scale with simple infrastructure and a low-impact approach to soil and plant health.
Farmers resilient as Coronavirus Halts Economy
The COVID-19 pandemic has closed many businesses, including many farmers’ markets. However, farmers are finding ways to serve their customers.
Tired of frozen meals and canned produce? Local organic farmers ready to deliver
While canned goods and packaged foods disappear from supermarket shelves, Athens-area organic farmers have joined forces to deliver local produce directly to residents as they shelter-in-place due to the novel coronavirus spread.
The Fight to Keep Farmers’ Markets Open During Coronavirus.
In communities nationwide, farmers and market managers are making the case for continuing to sell local food with precautions in place against COVID-19.
