Local summer markets return with aim to succeed despite pandemic

Several markets are reopening this spring, including the Market of Unity, Skowhegan Farmers' Market and the Downtown Waterville Farmers' Market, and organizers are determined to adapt to the pandemic.

Making the case for celery, beyond a vehicle for peanut butter

Could local varieties or a celebrity influencer help boost the vegetable's stature?

Photos: Waterville Downtown Farmers’ Market offers food for body, soul

The Art Kits for All program, operated by Waterville Creates! every other week at the popular farmers' market at head of Falls, has distributed 1,200 art kits so far.

Farmers markets are faring well during the pandemic

Farmers report they are seeing fewer customers, but that people are buying more.

An increased appetite for local food keeps farm stores bustling in Maine

The farms are also trying harder to reach customers directly, updating websites and holding sales.

The Wrap: LB Kitchen West closes permanently

The food truck park in Wells will open June 4, and you can now buy Holy Donuts at Hannaford.

Newport Farmers Market open at different location May 24

Downtown Waterville Farmers’ Market makes changes due to COVID-19

To make social distancing at the market even easier, an online ordering system has been established for customers.

Farmers markets move outdoors to bigger spaces, with new rules

Their role has changed, too, from social gathering to an essential service during the pandemic.

Already in an unpredictable business, farmers face more uncertainties than ever

As planting season looms, the state's farmers wonder what to plant, how much to plant and how to sell it safely.