National Farmers Market Week aims to celebrate the growth and impact of farmers markets and their vital role in America's food supply chain. For the 24th year, the Farmers Market Coalition is honoring the seasonal scents and flavors that make the local markets so popular. The Farmers Market Coalition is driven by three primary goals. First is for farmers to earn fair prices for the fruits of their labor by selling directly to consumers. The Coalition also focuses on consumer access to fresh, nutritious, local produce. The third focus is for communities to regain a figurative “town square,” experiencing the many positive outcomes of foot traffic and community connection. Seattle’s KING County is an example of a thriving farmers market community where you can find a local farmers market every day of the week. Washington state prides itself on a number of lively farmers markets in cities all across the state. The Washington State Farmers Market Association (WSFMA) has made it even easier to support like farmers this week through a website directory. The "Find a Market" list helps customers locate specifics like Washington asparagus, fresh flowers and plant starts. Read the full story here: https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/national-farmers-market-week/281-e824dae4-e5b0-407c-ab64-b5f8fbc3ade9