River City Plus: Getting to know the The Beaches Green Market

The Beaches Green Market has served as an incubator for dozens of local businesses over the past 16 years. In recent years, it has become even more important, reflecting a trend seen in many farmers markets, as Duval County, like many parts of America, experiences the pinch of food insecurity and instability in agricultural supply chains. The Beaches Green Market welcomes new vendors year-round, particularly those selling local produce, herb and vegetable plants, and prepared foods. They especially love to host homesteaders, backyard growers, and those raising seasonal crops. The only firm requirement is that everything sold at the market is grown or made locally in Northeast Florida. Interested parties can reach the market through its website, www.diglocal.org, as well as via its Instagram and Facebook pages.