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NATIONAL FARMERS' MARKET WEEK
August 2 -8, 2015
WHEREAS, farmers' markets are an integral part of direct -to
popularity due to the growing consumer interest in obtaining fresh
- consumer marketing that has risen in
vegetables directly from the farm ; and
WHEREAS, farmers' markets are often the first point of entry into the marketplace for small and
medium -sized producers, helping them to incubate their businesses, develop and test new product lines,
obtain better prices of high -value product than alternative distribution channels, and obtain a reliable
source of farm income; and
WHEREAS, farmers' markets bring business to neighboring stores and communities where the market is
located, and shopping at the markets keeps money circulating in the local community, helping to preserve
and create local j obs; and
WHEREAS, the Virginia Cooperative Extension reports show if each household in Virginia spent just
$10 a week in locally grown agricultural products, consumers would invest an additional $4.65 billion
back into the local economy each year; and
WHEREAS, shopping at farmers' markets offers the consumer fresher, more unique products, more
heirloom varieties, and more opportunities to build relationships and learn about healthy eating; and
WHEREAS, farmers markets often serve as an integral part of creating robust local economies, thriving
neighborhoods and vibrant Civic design plans. They also provide easier access to fresh, healthful foods,
conventionally and organically produced, that average 22% less to purchase compared to supermarkets,
benefitting both the local agriculture industry and the local consumer; and
WHEREAS, shopping at farmers' market located at the Olde Dominion Agricultural Complex is a
community experience, where you can meet your neighbors, friends, and farmers, and where more dollars
will stay in the Pittsylvania County community, then
BE IT HEREBY PROCLAIMED by the Pittsylvania County Board of Supervisors that the week of
August 24, 2015 be proclaimed "National Farmers' Market Week" in Pittsylvania County and all
citizens of Pittsylvania County are encouraged to visit local farmers' markets and celebrate the benefits of
the markets and their bountiful fresh produce and products.
Brenda H. Bowman, Chair
Pittsylvania County Board of Supervisors
Clarence C. Monday, Cler 11
Pittsylvania County Boarp� of Supervisors