Comments on: Heat, drought close Farmer’s Market

By: mkt72971

mkt72971 — Thu, 23 Aug 2007 00:56:00 +0000

I thought I would comment on what Mr. Mack stated. The story is about the heat and how it has effected the growing season. No water, lots of heat, therefore no crops growing.
All people earning a living in this manner at this point and time are forced to supplement their merchandise any way possible. So yes, you are knit picking the story.
The writer is reporting the news and the family featured in the story are earning a living in the unbearable temperatures daily. Consider others feelings before implying unjustly. I would hate the job they are doing and wouldn’t be caught outside in these temperatures. God Bless those who do!!
(Be weary of those with an unjust opinoin.)

By: kaycehalliday

kaycehalliday — Tue, 21 Aug 2007 00:58:45 +0000

If anyone has any hay for sale, I have 5 horses and this season is really hurting us. Please let me know if you know anyone with any for sale. Thanks.

By: Christine Anne Piesyk

Christine Anne Piesyk — Sun, 19 Aug 2007 14:02:36 +0000

Most farmer’s Market vendors sell not only what they grow but other items bought at farmer’s auction or from other people. One vendor may grow beans and squash and tomatoes, then buy corn, peaches, homemade preserves,pickles, honey or baked goods from someone or somewhere else for resale to round out their table. Some may grow it all, but not everyone can grow everything; Farmer’s Markets are a business and larger vendors address supply and demand just as any other business does. In New England, most markets also sell cut flowers, garden plants, and even handmade quilts. Buy wholesale or at auction, sell retail or on consignment.