It’s opening day for the Meaford Farmers Market.
This is the third year for the Friday afternoon and evening event that is held under the Rotary Pavilion at Meaford Harbour.
Market Manager Stephen Vance says its a combination of local food and community fun that features not just food and a chance to speak with local farmers, but there is good entertainment as well.
He says the market has everything from fresh beef, pork and lamb to organic products along with honey and baked goods.
Vance says unlike other markets which are held on a Saturday morning, they have found the Friday afternoon and evening market appeals to visitors who arrive in town late Friday.
He says this allows them to do their shopping first and stock up on good local food for the weekend.
Vance says this year they are on the internet for the first time with their new website at www.meafordfarmersmarket.ca
He says that will show weekly vendor updates, seasonal produce availability, news special events, childrens activities and other items of interest.
The Meaford Farmers Market operates from 3 PM in the afternoon until 7 PM in the evening every Friday until Thanksgiving.