Poulsbo Farmers Market May Be Voted America’s Best Farmers Market

PR Log (Press Release) – Jun 16, 2009 – Poulsbo, WA – The Poulsbo Farmers Market announced today that it has entered into a national contest for farmers markets being held by the American Farmland Trust.

The Poulsbo Farmers Market enables food consumers to support their local farmers, farmland, communities and regional economy. By casting a vote for the Poulsbo Farmers Market in the American Farmland Trust’s contest for America’s Favorite Farmers Markets, market customers can voice their support and take pride in their community.

To cast a vote for the Poulsbo Farmers Market, customers should go to http://www.farmland.org/vote. One large, medium and small farmers market will win the title of America’s Favorite Farmers Market in 2009. The winning markets will each receive a free No Farms No Food ® tote bag giveaway for their customers.

“We are thrilled that the American Farmland Trust is encouraging consumers to consider the importance of farmland and to support local farmers,” said Jackie Aitchison, market manager of the Poulsbo Farmers Market. “Thanks to our vendors, customers and the community at large, we think the Poulsbo Farmers Market is one of the nation’s best. Cast your vote for us at http://www.farmland.org/vote today.”

American Farmland Trust—along with many local and state governments, and non-profit groups, is working to make “growing local” a reality for farmers, ranchers and consumers. Find out more about American Farmland Trust’s Growing Local Campaign at www.farmland.org/local.