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12 Reasons for Visting a Farmers' Market
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Nebraska Farmers' Markets
Discover the quality of Nebraska's vine-ripened produce. With over 70 farmers' markets, numerous roadside stands, and u-pick operations located across the state you'll likely pass by several of them this year. To see a listing of a farmers market or produce operations in your area, visit our links entitled, Community Farmers' Market, U-pick Operations, or Roadside Stands.

Nebraska FFA Chapters Engage in Selling Produce at Local Markets
The David City, Humphrey, and Conestoga FFA Chapters have received Specialty Crop Block Grant Program funding to start up their own produce operation. The purpose of this project is to re-establish youth’s connection to agriculture, increase the number of young adults involved in the production and selling of locally-grown fruits and vegetables, and improve and expand Nebraska’s farmers’ markets. Each of the three participating FFA Chapters receives approximately $6,775 to pay for classroom curriculum materials, workshop training, growing supplies, advertising costs, and booth equipment. The produce stands can be found at the David City, Humphrey, and Plattsmouth Farmers’ Markets. For more information regarding the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program, visit the USDA web site at www.ams.usda.gov/scbgp.
Conestoga and David City FFA Chapter Photos

Wal-Mart Features Nebraska Produce and the
"Nebraska Our Best to You" Program.
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New Link! Master Gardener Chalkboard
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The Producer Profile is currently putting the spotlight on Tomato Acres, owned and operated by Terry and Kathy Labs. Follow the link below to find out more about this fresh market producer.
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Creamed Asparagus
2 pounds fresh asparagus spears
2 tablespoon butter
1 medium onion (finely diced)
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup milk

Directions: Snap off tough ends of asparagus. Steam asparagus in a small amount of boiling water for 7 minutes or until tender. Drain. Arrange asparagus spears in serving dish and keep warm. Melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add flour, stirring until smooth. Gradually stir in milk and add onion. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute or until thickened and bubbly. Spoon sauce over asparagus. Salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately. Serves 6 to 8.