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Dear Deb: I just bought some beautiful berries at the farmers’ market. How do I keep them from going bad before I can eat them all? Monica G., Pinole Dear Monica: Berries are so good right now! I’m glad you picked up some to enjoy this spring. Berries of all kinds are highly perishable – it’s just the nature of the fruit. They’re high in moisture content, have thin skins, and continue to ripen rapidly after harvesting. This is the perfect environment for mold and bacteria to grow. So consume...

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What can you Find "Beyond the Market"?

In October, 2021, PCFMA embarked on an ambitious new project to tell the story of our farmers and the products they grow through a series of online videos. The goal of the project was two-fold; First...

Dear Deb - August 2023

Dear Deb: What is Farmers’ Market Week and why do we celebrate it? –JC, Concord, CA  National Farmers' Market Week take place every first week full of August and is a time to celebrate all the hard...

Farmers Markets Unite to Sustain Healthy Food Access

In May I shared news that vital state funding for the California Nutrition Incentive Program was missing from Governor Newsom’s proposed state budget. I’m excited to share an update that thanks to the...

Harvest Headline - Peppers

Peppers and chilies are a sure sign that summer is here. From the mildest bell pepper to the hottest habanero, you’ll find a wide range of peppers at your local farmers’ market. The season looks good...