{"id":11395,"date":"2019-06-07T17:56:51","date_gmt":"2019-06-07T17:56:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/woodriverweekly.com\/?p=11395"},"modified":"2019-06-07T17:56:51","modified_gmt":"2019-06-07T17:56:51","slug":"farmers-markets-to-offer-variety-of-goods","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/woodriverweekly.com\/index.php\/2019\/06\/07\/farmers-markets-to-offer-variety-of-goods\/","title":{"rendered":"Farmers\u2019 Markets To Offer Variety Of Goods"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ketchum market has new location<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

By Dana DuGan<\/em><\/p>\n

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Markets in both Hailey and Ketchum will begin next week in the Wood River Valley. Photo credit: file photo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Next week, summer truly begins in the Wood River Valley. With the return of the area\u2019s two farmers\u2019 markets, Wood River Valley residents and visitors will have the opportunity to consume local produce, meats and artisan foods while enjoying an afternoon together in a beautiful setting.
\nThe Ketchum Farmers\u2019 Market will open 2-6 p.m. Tuesday, June 11, at its new location at the base of River Run in Ketchum. The Hailey Farmers\u2019 Market will open 2-6 p.m. Thursday, June 13, at its traditional park-like setting on Main Street, between Galena and Carbonate streets.
\nAs usual, the markets will see an array of offerings, including fresh, locally-grown produce and locally-raised meats, specialty items, some crafts, prepared foods, flowers and breads. An important part of the mission of the markets is to connect farmers with their consumers, and vice-versa.
\nThe move for the Ketchum market will be one of adjustment, since it is no longer situated in the middle of town due to pressure from nearby shops that saw a disruption in their business. While the move unsettled many, Sun Valley saw an opening to have better outreach with Ketchum and to highlight the River Run area. The resort\u2019s River Run Revitalization arm reached out to the market board during the offseason, said Kelly Eisenberger, manager of both Wood River Farmers\u2019 Markets.
\nThe market will now be held weekly in the lower River Run parking area. It has several aspects that make it attractive to both the Wood River Valley Farmers\u2019 Market board, as well as the farmers: there is ample parking for vendors and customers, use of permanent restrooms, and a scenic area to spend the afternoon. Recreationists can enjoy the market after a hike or biking on Bald Mountain.
\nEisenberger says the River Run Revitalization group understands the worth of farmers\u2019 markets. Together, they are working on signage, banners on Main Street and other marketing to help the new destination be a long-term success.
\nAmong the vendors there will be such new producers as Itty Bitty Farms, Lookout Farm, Magic Valley Homestead, Piedaho, The Cactus Shack, Fancy Fox Chocolates, and Whiteheads Landscaping with its vermicompost tea and worms.
\nFor the opening, there will be raffles and family-friendly activities planned. Kings Crown Organics will pepper roast onsite during the season; there will be ice cream making and live music, including Drew Harrison for opening day on Tuesday.
\nEisenberger has reported a record number of applications this year,
\n\u201cIt\u2019s exciting that the market is growing and Sun Valley has the room for us to grow even more,\u201d she said.
\nTo help consumers, there are some new transportation options, including a free shuttle ride from The Limelight Hotel as well as the public Mountain Rides buses, which stop nearby at the Tyrolean Lodge.
\n\u201cWe\u2019re working with local nonprofits and Sun Valley Company to expand the offerings at the location so it is more of a destination location,\u201d Eisenberger said.
\nWhile the shopping is the point of outdoor markets, getting to meet and know the people who plant, care for and harvest the food you eat is a bonus. When consumers know their farmers, and vice-versa, the food system achieves a healthful, relationship-focused cycle.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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