TURTLEPOINT — Locally sourced fresh produce, fresh honey, homemade mustard, microgreens, greenhouse grown plants, hanging baskets, hand-crafted artisan wares, Amish baked goods, homemade soaps and household items are just some of the many items to be sold at the second to last Turtlepoint Farmers’ Market to be held this year, from 9 a.m. until noon today at the Turtlepoint Park on Turtlepoint Larrabee Road.
Returning to the market for the second month in a row, according to Market Organizer Mary Jordan, will be Young Roots Microgreens from Eldred offering free samples of their microgreens — “which is always intriguing to folks.” These delicious microgreens are packed full of nutrients.
D’s Queen Bees will be at the market again with their supply of local honey and honey-based products for sale. Beyond the fresh honey, they also create soaps, lip balms and other wellness products from their own bee’s wax.
Addie Bell, sophomore student from Otto-Eldred Junior/Senior High School, will be present with Addie’s Vegetable Stand products. Donations from sales from Addie’s stand will go directly towards supporting the Eldred Future Farmers of America (FFA).
Last, but not least, Ursula Rosenswie will return this month with her homemade mustard, “which was a huge hit last year,” said Jordan. Rosenswie will have her hot pepper mustards, whole grain mustard and sweet and sour mustard for sale at the community market. She also sells fresh produce, gourds and homemade noodles.
Every second Saturday of the month, since May, local vendors have met at the Turtlepoint park to sell freshly grown produce, crafts and other local goods. Produce items sales “have really picked up, now that it’s the harvest season,” according to Jordan.
Jordan explained the reason she decided to organize this farmer’s market was primarily to focus on bringing fresh produce to the community of Turtlepoint, and surrounding areas, which are grown and supplied from the local communities.
South Kendall Hydroponics will be returning to today’s market with their wide variety of hydroponic-grown lettuce. The Amish women will also be returning to provide baked and canned goods, produce and plants. There is another vendor who offers hand-crafted wooden bowls and other wood-based creations. Also returning, from the July market, will be Messy Mountain Magic — who make their own line of hand-made, organic and vegan, soaps, sugar scrubs, bug repellant and even paw balm for the furry family members (pets).
“Last month we had a great turn out with lots of fresh produce to offer the community.’ said Mary Jordan, event coordinator. “The market has been bringing out members in the community of all ages, which is such a great thing in our area!”
The market takes place each second Saturday of the month, rain or shine, as the park is equipped with a pavilion, tables and chairs. Setting up and selling products is free at the Turtlepoint Farmers’ Market. Market organizers welcome any individuals who would like to participate.
“We had the biggest turnout yet last month and we can’t wait to see what this month has in store for us,” said Jordan. “All vendors may set up for free, with advanced notice and we welcome any new sellers and buyers to stop by!”
To become a vendor at the final market this year, in October, or for more information, contact Jordan at (814) 558-1767.
