OKLAHOMA CITY (July 31, 2024) — The 25th annual National Farmers Market Week runs from Aug. 4 to 10, celebrating the significant impact local farmers have on the health and well-being of their communities. Shape Your Future, a program of the Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust (TSET), has resources for Oklahomans hoping to participate.
"Farmers markets offer a unique opportunity to connect with the community while enjoying fresh, locally grown produce," said Julie Bisbee, TSET executive director. "Shopping at these markets enhances a family’s nutrition, supports local farmers and boosts the local economy. It’s a win-win, fostering both personal and community health.
Farmers markets play a crucial role in building strong communities by providing space for neighbors to connect and support one another. They increase access to fresh fruits and vegetables, promoting healthier lifestyles.
This August, look for watermelons, tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, okra, squash, cucumbers and other in-season produce — and celebrate National Farmers Market Week the first week of August!
Shape Your Future offers a variety of resources to help Oklahomans make the most of National Farmers Market Week:
- Farmers Market Locator: Easily find a market near you.
- Farmers Market Tips: Get advice on shopping smart and making the most of your visit.
- Scavenger Hunt for Kids: Turn your market trip into a fun and educational experience for children.
- Healthy Recipes: Find delicious and nutritious meal ideas using your fresh finds.
For more information and resources to help you celebrate National Farmers Market Week, visit ShapeYourFutureOK.com.
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Shape Your Future is a community health education intervention that encourages Oklahomans to eat better, move more and be tobacco free. Shape Your Future strives to educate parents, teachers, caregivers and all Oklahomans on how to make the healthy choice the easy choice. Find more information online at ShapeYourFutureOK.com.
The Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust (TSET) serves as a partner and bridge builder for organizations shaping a healthier future for all Oklahomans. TSET provides leadership at the intersections of health by working with local coalitions and initiatives across the state, cultivating innovative and life-changing research and working across public and private sectors to develop, support, implement and evaluate creative strategies to take advantage of emerging opportunities to improve the public’s health. To learn more, go to Oklahoma.gov/TSET.
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