The Coronavirus Pandemic and Farm-to-Consumer Sales

Farmers who sell directly to consumers and at farmers markets are feeling the devastating effects of the COVID-19 crisis. While the situation is far from ideal, it doesn’t mean farmers are going to give up. Instead, they will do as they have always done in tough circumstances – adapt and move forward.

Farmers Markets are Vital during COVID-19, but They Need More Support

https://www.brookings.edu/blog/the-avenue/2020/04/08/farmers-markets-are-vital-during-covid-19-but-they-need-more-support/

Farmers markets fulfill essential needs in struggling communities across the country and they need a strong commitment from federal, state and local leaders to ensure they can stay open safely.

Farmers Learn to Adapt Marketing Strategies

https://www.lancasterfarming.com/news/southern_edition/farmers-learn-to-adapt-marketing-strategies/article_540935bd-586e-5593-b668-3456cd7daceb.html

Farmers need to remember that they are not just selling food, they are selling their story. During the COVID-19 crisis, they need to make connections and really listen to what customers want, need and like.

Now is the Time to Sign Up for Local Community-Supported Agriculture. Here’s why

https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2020/apr/23/us-farms-csa-food-coronavirus

During the Covid-19 pandemic, bolstering local food systems is especially urgent – and there’s more at stake than just really good tomatoes.

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