Farmers Markets are as old as civilization. They can be traced back to ancient civilizations like Egypt and Mesopotamia. Farmers and artisans used them to sell their wares and produce along the Nile River to travelers passing through, according to Frisco Fresh Market. They began in North America in the 1600s with European colonization. Since the 1990s, they have become especially popular.
The nature of farmers markets changed beginning in the middle of the twentieth century, mainly because of urbanization. Moving from produce and reseller markets to farm producer-only markets, they have only continued to grow with the farm-to-table movement.
What makes farmers markets special is that goods are fresh and seasonal. What is found in the market stalls in the spring are often different from the fall. Also, people have become more interested in where their food comes from, often bringing about relationships between farmers and their customers.
Maury County offers a number of Farmers’ Markets that provide locally grown produce, meats, cheeses, and other food items. Some of the markets also allow artists and artisans to sell their products.
Columbia Farmers Market
Riverwalk Park
102 Riverside Drive
Columbia, Tennessee
Every Saturday
8:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m.
(931) 560-1500
A family-friendly environment allows the community to meet local farmers and makers at the Columbia Farmers Market. The market takes advantage of local farms and features vendors selling honey, jams, eggs, baked goods, cut flowers, locally raised meats and lots of other produce such as fruit and vegetables sold directly by the farmer. They also have several artisans who produce items such as soaps, jewelry, woodworking, balms, salves, and skin care.
Hidden Gems Farmers Market
863 Old Military Road
Spring Hill, Tennessee
Saturdays, Year Around
11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/hiddengemfarm/
Hidden Gems is an amazing Saturday afternoon farmers market in Spring Hill, Tennessee. Vendors offer everything from farm fresh vegetables and fruit to eggs, beef, pork, chicken, fish, and baked goods There are also food trucks with items like pizza. There are some artisans offering goods like natural soaps. For more information contact [email protected].
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