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S.T.O.P Mobile Farmers Market - September 2024

S.T.O.P Mobile Farmers Market - September 2024 Availability (Updated Weekly):

The Stop Food Truck - Theme TBA

Whole Produce: Watermelons, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Vidalia Onions, Peppers (Hot, Sweet), Mushrooms (Oyster, Lions Mane), Herbs

Honey: Raw Honey (Georgia Wildflower, Ginger, Cinnamon)

Meal Preps: Stir-Fry Mixes, Southern Caviar, Succotash

Value-Added Items: Elderberry Jelly, Pepper Relish, Fig Preserves, Vegetable Medley

Beverages: Herb-Infused Water, Watermelon Juice

PRE-ORDER HERE

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The Stop Food Truck

Sep 5, 12, 19, 26: 4:30-7p

The HUB (631 Chafee Ave, Augusta)

S.T.O.P. Mobile Farmers Market

September 21, 2024 : 11a-2p

Faith Walk, Evans GA

South Augusta Farmers Market

September 7, 14, 28; 11a-2p

4104 Windsor Spring Rd 30815

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NEWS:

https://theaugustapress.com/augustas-s-t-o-p-food-truck-is-launching-a-mobile-farmers-market/

https://augustagoodnews.com/mobile-farmers-market-rolls-out-july-19/

https://www.wrdw.com/video/2024/07/21/mobile-food-truck-providing-fresh-food-meals-2/

https://x.com/WRDW_WAGT/status/1815054173781610909

https://augustabusinessdaily.com/fresh-produce-and-more-rolls-into-the-csra-today/

https://augustaceo.com/news/2024/07/stop-food-truck-champions-sustainability-new-mobile-farmers-market/

https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/t-o-p-mobile-farmers-125241207.html

https://theaugustapress.com/augustas-s-t-o-p-food-truck-is-launching-a-mobile-farmers-market/

https://www.wrdw.com/2024/07/21/stop-food-truck-launches-mobile-food-market-initiative/

https://www.wjbf.com/csra-news/s-t-o-p-mobile-farmers-market-providing-locally-fresh-produce-for-csra/#:~:text=The%20S.T.O.P.,available%20throughout%20the%20Augusta%20area.

S.T.O.P Mobile Farmers Market - August 2024

S.T.O.P Mobile Farmers Market

August 2024 Availability (Updated Weekly):

The Stop Food Truck - Theme TBA

Whole Produce: Watermelons, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Vidalia Onions, Peppers (Hot, Sweet), Mushrooms (Oyster, Lions Mane), Herbs

Honey: Raw Honey (Georgia Wildflower, Ginger, Cinnamon)

Meal Preps: Stir-Fry Mixes, Pico de Gallo, Southern Caviar

Value-Added Items: Pickled Beets, Hot Pepper Relish, Fig Preserves, Vegetable Medley

Beverages: Herb-Infused Water

PRE-ORDER HERE

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August 3,4-8p, The Stop Food Truck - A Taste of Italy

4103 Madeline Drive 30909

August 16, 11a-2p, The Stop Food Truck - TBA

735 James Brown Blvd 30901

August 16, 5-9p, The Stop Food Truck - TBA

4104 Windsor Spring Rd 30815

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NEWS:

https://theaugustapress.com/augustas-s-t-o-p-food-truck-is-launching-a-mobile-farmers-market/

https://augustagoodnews.com/mobile-farmers-market-rolls-out-july-19/

https://www.wrdw.com/video/2024/07/21/mobile-food-truck-providing-fresh-food-meals-2/

https://x.com/WRDW_WAGT/status/1815054173781610909

https://augustabusinessdaily.com/fresh-produce-and-more-rolls-into-the-csra-today/

https://augustaceo.com/news/2024/07/stop-food-truck-champions-sustainability-new-mobile-farmers-market/

https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/t-o-p-mobile-farmers-125241207.html

https://theaugustapress.com/augustas-s-t-o-p-food-truck-is-launching-a-mobile-farmers-market/

https://www.wrdw.com/2024/07/21/stop-food-truck-launches-mobile-food-market-initiative/

https://www.wjbf.com/csra-news/s-t-o-p-mobile-farmers-market-providing-locally-fresh-produce-for-csra/#:~:text=The%20S.T.O.P.,available%20throughout%20the%20Augusta%20area.

S.T.O.P Mobile Farmers Market - July Offerings

S.T.O.P Mobile Farmers Market

Menu:

Whole Produce: Watermelons, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Vidalia Onions, Squash, Zucchini, Peppers (Hot, Sweet), Carrots, Mushrooms (Oyster, Lions Mane), Herbs

Honey: Raw Honey (Georgia Wildflower, Ginger, Cinnamon)

Meal Preps: Stir-Fry Mixes, Pico de Gallo, Southern Caviar, Root Veggie Mix

Value-Added Items: Pickled Beets, Hot Pepper Relish, Fig Preserves, Vegetable Medley

Beverages: Herb-Infused Water, Watermelon Juice, Horchata

The Stop Food Truck - A Taste of Mexico: Chipotle Chicken, Pork Carnita, Fish Taco, Shrimp Taco

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July 26, 2024,11a-2p “A Taste of Mexico”

Augusta GA Municipal Building 30901

July 20, 2024, 10a-2p “A Taste of Asia”

Canterbury Farms 30809

July 19, 2024, 5-9p “A Taste of Asia”

South Augusta Farmers Market 30815

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NEWS:

https://theaugustapress.com/augustas-s-t-o-p-food-truck-is-launching-a-mobile-farmers-market/

https://augustagoodnews.com/mobile-farmers-market-rolls-out-july-19/

https://www.wrdw.com/video/2024/07/21/mobile-food-truck-providing-fresh-food-meals-2/

https://x.com/WRDW_WAGT/status/1815054173781610909

https://augustabusinessdaily.com/fresh-produce-and-more-rolls-into-the-csra-today/

https://augustaceo.com/news/2024/07/stop-food-truck-champions-sustainability-new-mobile-farmers-market/

https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/t-o-p-mobile-farmers-125241207.html

https://theaugustapress.com/augustas-s-t-o-p-food-truck-is-launching-a-mobile-farmers-market/

https://www.wrdw.com/2024/07/21/stop-food-truck-launches-mobile-food-market-initiative/

https://www.wjbf.com/csra-news/s-t-o-p-mobile-farmers-market-providing-locally-fresh-produce-for-csra/#:~:text=The%20S.T.O.P.,available%20throughout%20the%20Augusta%20area.

THE STOP FOOD TRUCK Launches Mobile Farmers Market to Connect Local Farmers with New Opportunities 

Augusta, GA, July 10, 2024 — This summer, THE STOP FOOD TRUCK, in partnership with Growing Augusta: Arts, Agriculture, & Agency, is thrilled to announce the launch of the "Sustainable, Tasty Outreach Project" (S.T.O.P.), an innovative mobile farmers market aimed at bringing fresh, local produce and prepared meals directly to the community. This new initiative will provide local farmers and producers with an exciting opportunity to expand their markets and increase their bottom line. 

The soft opening of the S.T.O.P. will feature a diverse selection of farm-fresh fruits and vegetables, meal-prepped items like meat and veggie kebabs, and convenient meal starters. Patrons can continue to enjoy THE STOP FOOD TRUCK's renowned prepared foods while also purchasing seasonal produce and meats sourced from local farms.

The S.T.O.P. provides small farmers with a unique opportunity to wholesale directly to food trucks and small restaurants. This model not only helps farmers sell their produce more efficiently but also encourages gleaning, reducing food waste and increasing profitability. 

By participating in S.T.O.P., local farmers can reach a broader audience, including areas of the Augusta region that may not have easy access to fresh, locally-sourced food. This initiative aims to support the local agricultural community by creating new revenue streams and fostering stronger connections between producers and consumers. 

"The S.T.O.P. is more than just a place to buy food; it’s a way to build community and ensure everyone has access to nutritious meals. We want our residents to feel connected to their food sources and to each other. This initiative is a testament to our commitment to health and wellness." — C. Joy Brown, South Augusta Farmers Market

S.T.O.P. Mobile Farmers Market schedule:

July 19, 5-9p, 4104 Windsor Spring Rd, 30815

July 20, 10a-2p, Canterbury Farms, 30809

July 26, 11a-2p, 535 Telfair Street, 30901

August 3, 4103 Madeline Drive, 30907

Menu Info, Media Inquiries, Pre-Orders:

Carolyn Henry, (762) 221-1331, info@thestopfoodtruck.com

What value does a farmers market bring to a community?

(the following article presented by the South Augusta Farmers Market)

What value does a farmers market bring to a community?

 

Having a farmers market in your community is beneficial for a variety of reasons. Firstly, it provides access to fresh, local produce and healthy food options that might otherwise be unavailable. Secondly, it supports local farmers and helps to sustain small, local businesses.

A farmers market also encourages social interaction and connection between local residents. Finally, it can serve as an educational opportunity to demonstrate the importance of eating healthily and sustainably.

 

Increase Access to Healthy Food


Farmers markets are a great way to increase access to healthy food. Farmers markets offer fresh, local, seasonal produce at lower cost than traditional stores. The food is often grown organically and is often picked just days before it arrives at the market. This means the food is fresher and more nutritious than anything you can buy at the grocery store. Farmers markets also promote access to healthy foods by offering foods from different cultures and ethnicities, like indigenous and ethnic foods, which are harder to find in standard grocery stores. They also promote the kind of social interaction missing from traditional grocery stores, where you can talk to the farmers about their produce and learn about their growing practices. This helps to build a stronger connection to the food and its source, which can lead to an overall healthier lifestyle. Lastly, farmers markets help create of a variety of healthy food options by providing farmers with outlets to sell their products directly to the public. This stands in stark contrast to the centralized food distribution system of traditional grocery stores, which often favor processed foods over fresh foods.

 

Support Local Business

A farmers market can help to support local business by creating a venue where farmers, bakers, and other producers in the community can sell their products directly to consumers. This can benefit local businesses by providing them with an increased local customer base, greater visibility in the community, and the opportunity to develop relationships with their customers. Additionally, shopping at a farmers market helps to support the local economy, as the money spent there will be circulated within the local area.

 

Encourage Social Interaction


A farmers market encourages social interaction by creating an opportunity for people to connect with each other and their community. By bringing together members of the community to purchase goods from local farmers, the farmers market provides a public, shared space that is filled with the sights and sounds of music, conversation, and laughter. Additionally, farmers markets often offer events, like cooking demonstrations or live music performances, to further draw in the public and foster personal connections.

Farmers markets are an invaluable asset to every community because they provide local, sustainably-grown produce, from organic to heirloom items, directly from the farmers. They bring together the local community to create a connection between farmers and the public, and serve as an important source of healthy and nutritious food for families. Furthermore, farmers markets foster a greater sense of community involvement by not only providing fresh food, but also by offering educational, cultural and entertainment activities for all ages to enjoy.

 

Find farmers markets in your area by doing the following:

1. Use online resources to find local farmers markets. Websites such as LocalHarvest.org and USDA.gov have directories where you can search for farmers markets near you.

2. Ask locals in your area if they know of any local farmers markets. Friends, family, neighbors, and local businesses may be able to provide valuable information and insights.

3. Check your local newspaper or magazines for weekly or monthly ads that list local farmers markets.

4. Look up local Farmers Markets on social media such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

5. Ask your local municipality for information about farmers markets in the area. City or county offices may keep lists of local markets.

6. Ask at area grocery stores and co-ops if they have information about local farmers markets. Many of these stores partner with local farmers or have ongoing relationships with the vendors.

 

A. Walker-Thomas, Intern

South Augusta Farmers Market

Growing Augusta: Arts, Agriculture, & Agency ~ Urban Pro Weekly

+1 (762) 233-5299