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Bob Benenson

Nov 7, 20242 min read

Chicago Region Mini Farmers Market Schedule, November 8-14

FARMERS MARKETS l We're down to five remaining outdoor markets on our weekly Chicago region schedule. But... we're up to five indoor markets

Bob Benenson

Nov 4, 20242 min read

"Common Ground" Event Seeks to Match Farmers with Landowners

FARMLAND ACCESS l Three organizations seeking to foster farmland access for early-stage farmers are holding a Nov. 13 event in Urbana, IL...

Bob Benenson

Nov 4, 20242 min read

Organic Transition is Focus of Non-Profit's Nov. 12 Webinar

ORGANIC FARMING l If you are a farmer considering transition, you should consider attending a Nov. 12 webinar focused on going organic

Bob Benenson

Nov 4, 20241 min read

Four-Part Farmers Market Strategy Series Launches November 12

FARMERS MARKETS l IL Farmers Market Association & Good Food Accelerator are launching a series for producers seeking farmers market success

Bob Benenson

Nov 1, 20242 min read

Breaking News: Green City Market Leader Mandy Moody to Step Down

FARMERS MARKET l Mandy Moody, who has headed Chicago's highly regarded Green City Market for 4 years, is stepping down for personal reasons

Bob Benenson

Oct 31, 20242 min read

Chicago Region Mini Farmers Market Schedule, November 1-7

FARMERS MARKETS l Today's Halloween, tomorrow's November, the outdoor farmers market sked is downsized. You can't say we didn't warn you :)

Bob Benenson

Oct 28, 20242 min read

Farmers Who Deliver Expand Local Food Access

FARMS AND FARMERS l Most Chicago outdoor markets have wrapped up their seasons. Farms that home deliver are a rare but convenient option...

Bob Benenson

Oct 27, 20242 min read

Chicago Winter Markets: One Goes North, One's New, One Returns

FARMERS MARKETS l Exciting news for Chicago's winter farmers market fans: There are 3 new choices to add to your winter local food shopping.

Bob Benenson

Oct 23, 20243 min read

Chicago Region Farmers Market Schedule, October 25-31

FARMERS MARKETS lWhat's scarier for local food fans on Oct. 31 than Halloween? Except for a few, it's the end of our outdoor market season.

Bob Benenson

Oct 21, 20242 min read

Great Opening for Policy Organizer at Illinois Stewardship Alliance

FOOD NON-PROFITS l Illinois Stewardship Alliance, the state's lead advocate for local food and farms, is seeking a Policy Organizer...