State Farmers Market Coverage

Long-term plan envisions NC State Farmers Market as gateway to Dix Park
A master plan for the future of the North Carolina State Farmers' Market in Raleigh envisions a major makeover, one that would add shops, restaurants, event space and even condos.

Produce produces love, marriage at State Farmers Market
Produce grower Odis Johnson and produce seller Barbara Johnson tie the knot at the State Farmers Market in Raleigh.

NC farmers: Crop just peachy this summer
North Carolina is in the top ten of the nation's peach producing states, and this summer has been a good year for the crop.

It's turning out to be a "peachy" summer for growers
Good weather coming out of the winter means growers are having a good peach season.

Peach Day is Thursday at State Farmers Market
Peach Day is this week at the State Farmers Market in Raleigh.

Food safety tips for farmers market shoppers
Shopping at the farmers market has plenty of benefits -- great prices on fresh, local produce and food that supports the community. But, just like at the grocery store, you need to take steps to make sure the food you buy is safe.

How to avoid food poisoning at the farmers market
A new study reveals that what's local isn't always safe to eat. Here's how to avoid food poisoning at the farmers market.

Blueberry Day: State Farmers' Market to celebrate blueberries Thursday
The State Farmers' Market will celebrate blueberries this week during its annual Blueberry Day event.

Events this week: Florence and the Machine, Italian wine dinner
There is a lot happening across the Triangle this week!

Construction around State Farmers Market causing headaches for some shoppers
Construction on Lake Wheeler Road near North Carolina State University is causing some headaches for people trying to get to the Farmers Market from the direction of downtown Raleigh.

Farmers Market Restaurant takes staff to Disney World
A generous local restaurant owner made dreams come true for dozens of her employees and their families.

Not a joke: Raleigh restaurant owner takes her employees to Disney World
A generous local restaurant owner made dreams come true for dozens of her employees and their families.

Take the Kids: Pick up fresh N.C. apples at the State Farmers Market
Why am I writing about this as part of our weekly Take the Kids series? Because I've been taking my kids to the market each fall for years to pick up bags of apples and gallons of cider. It's a fun, easy outing that ends with lots of crisp and juicy apples to take home.

State Farmers' Market, Museum of Life and Science line up Watermelon Days
One is for humans. The other is for animals.

Events this week: Bark in the Park, Watermelon Day
A look at what's coming up this week!

Farmers welcome summer rain
Farmers across central North Carolina looked to the sky with joy Tuesday night. The downpours that left some without power and spurred flash floods are welcome in the fields, where the corn crop has been taking a hit from heat and dry conditions.

Peach Day: Visit the Farmers Market for juicy deals
Thursday, July 12 is Peach Day, and the State Farmers Market in Raleigh is celebrating.

NC farmers celebrate Peach Day with sweet deals
Farmers and shoppers are celebrating one of North Carolina's most popular crops on Thursday -- peaches!

Peach Day is Thursday at the State Farmers Market
Peaches are in season in North Carolina right now, and that means Peach Day at the State Farmers Market in Raleigh is coming up.