Thank you for your ongoing support of the OnLine Market. We continue to add more customers and vendors. The new system of scheduling curbside pickup and taking credit cards is settling into place. You’ll find lots of plants, produce, eggs, meats, canned goods and even a virtual Fiber Day! As the cases of Covid begin[…]
Grayson LandCare(GLC) is sponsoring a pest and beneficial bug photography contest. This was originally planned to be a special class of the Grayson County Fair photography contest. Unfortunately, like so many large events this year, the Fair has been cancelled. However, GLC decided to proceed with the competition. These should be common pests of our[…]
#GivingTuesdayNow is today, Tuesday, May 5th. It was created in response to the vast need created by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Independence Farmers Market has been working hard to adapt to the current situation, and continue to provide healthy, local, nourishing food directly from our farmers to you, our friends and neighbors, in the safest[…]
Friends of the Market, Thank you for your patience while we paused the On-line Market to strengthen our safety protocols. We will be opening the On-line Market for orders on FRIDAY April 17th followed by a Pickup on the following FRIDAY,April 24th. Pickup will continue to be held curbside, outside the IFM/Grayson LandCare office at[…]
There is increased interest in gardening right now, so here is seed starting 101 LIGHT is the key ingredient. Whether it’s a shop light, a rope of leds, or a bright light bulb. Usually just a sunny window is NOT enough. Keep the light about 1-2 inches above the leaves. My lights are on a[…]
We are taking the Corona Virus seriously as well as our commitment to bringing you fresh, healthy local food. Here is our plan. Independence Farmers Market Customers/Vendors/Staff, Considering all of the recent closures, you are probably wondering how the Market will proceed in this unpredictable and dangerous health crisis. While it seems prudent to close[…]
Sign-on Letter: Urge Sec. Bettina Ring to equate Virginia Farmers Markets with grocery stores and other retail outlets for the purposes of COVID19 containment policies Dear Secretary Ring, The Virginia Farmers Market Association is a member-based Association of Farmers Markets, farmers, and affiliate partners dedicated to promoting the direct farmer-to-consumer relationship, supporting Virginia’s independent farmers,[…]
Did you save your own seeds last year? Or maybe you have seeds left over from last year or several years ago. A germination test is a great and easy way to make sure those seeds will sprout and grow. Even if you have test phobia,don’t panic-this is easy! Place 10 seeds of the[…]