Farmers Markets in Connecticut, September V

Dear Mad Hatters,

Monday's USA TODAY had a front page story on the growing number of farmers markets across the nation, "Interest Blooms in Farmers Markets" (USA TODAY, 9/28/09, page 1A).  According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), in the past decade the number of farmers markets has increased 71% - wow!  5% in the past year alone.  Driving factors include " a growing desire by consumers to know more about food sources, concern over the environment and an increased sense of community..."  So give yourselves a pat on the back for making a difference!  And thank you.

Today is the last day of the Woodbury Farmers Market so come meet us down at Hollow Park between 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m..  Winter Squash is in abundance and the weather is good for eating roasted veggies or maybe a hearty soup - yummy!

The Ridgefield Farmers Market (Fridays 3:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.,www.ridgefieldfarmersmarket.org,) continues through the end of October.

This week, Mad Hatter Farm will have:

• Gourmet Lettuce Mix
• Spicy Greens Mix
• Arugula
• Cardinale Head Lettuce
• Brussle Sprouts
• Carrots
• Radish
• Beets
• Green Onion
• Leeks
• Bulb Onion
• Sweet Peppers
• Garlic
• Winter Squash

Have a good week and see you soon!

Alix and Jeff

Mad Hatter Farm

135 Music Mountain Road

Falls Village, CT 06031

T: 860-824-7635

www.madhatterfarm.com