I think being more transparent about what each farmers' market is doing is a good idea. Along with that is educating the public about what to look for.

Jennifer Meta-Robinson has written a book about farmers' markets. As market season kicks off, she talks about how customers and growers interact with these ever-changing spaces.

As we wait for all the fresh, local veggies to find their place on market tables, let's cook with lentils. Daniel Orr talks about how you can incorporate this staple into your favorite recipes.

The difficulty of growing food in a floodplain, with Harvest Public Media. And as the number of women running American farms continues to grow, the opportunities for support and education also expands.

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