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Lewis County
Early Morning Farm booth at the Ithaca Farmers' Market, 06/10/2013 (Cornell University Photography)
Image by Robert Barker

Check our listings for local farmers' markets...

radishes and carrots on display at Unions Square market, NYC July 2014
Image by Sandy Repp

You'll find LOTS of field fresh produce...

varied color chicken eggs
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and farmers who sell fresh eggs and local meats, too!

bunches of dried lavender for sale at an NYC farmers' market
Image by Sandy Repp

Some local growers offer herbs...

A honey bee is attracted to flowers in theUSDA People's Garden, pollinator garden in Washington, D.C. (USDA Photo).
Image by Lance Cheung, USDA

while others carry honey and local maple products.

photo of fresh raspberries
Image by Dwight Sipler

You'll find seasonal u-pick farms...

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Image by Seth Werkheiser

and Christmas trees, too!

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Your purchases support our local farmers and our regional economy!

Buy Local Buy Fresh

Our Buy Local Campaign is a community based initiative that evolved out of expressed interest to sustain local agriculture and build a stronger local food system in Lewis and surrounding counties. Our goals are to foster the environmental, economic and social vitality of our community by increasing the connections between consumers and farmers. Through outreach, marketing, and special initiatives we seek to raise individual and institutional awareness about the benefits of buying fresh locally grown and made products and to make local food an integral part of daily life. We are currently working on increasing farm to restaurant connections, establishing farm to institution connections and providing access to fresh and nutritious food to low-income families.  

Where Can You Find a Proficient Supply of Meats, Maple Syrup, Goat Cheeses and Milk Products?

2022 Lewis County Local Food Guide

Supporting our Farmers Markets!

What is C.S.A.?

How does Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) work, and how can you participate? Learn about the benefits here.

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Using EBT & Coupons

Did you know that Food Stamps can be used for payment at local farmers' markets? Learn more about using EBT and FMNP Coupons here.

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Kitchen garden in Gers, France with marigolds, tomatoes and trellises

Food Gardening

Interested in having your own vegetable garden, at home or in your neighborhood? Find links and resources here that will help get you started.

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canning jars

Preserving Foods

Enjoy harvest fresh flavor and save money too, by safely canning, freezing and drying fresh foods. Find extension resources here on these topics.

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Last updated May 16, 2022

Local Foods

Lewis County Local Foods

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Local Farmers Markets

LOWVILLE FARMERS MARKET
Contact: Rhonda Farney (315-346-6759)
Marjorie Birchenough
Lewis County Fairgrounds
Forest Park Pavilion, Bostwick Street, Lowville Saturdays: 8 a.m.-1 p.m.
(June 1 – Oct 26)

LYONS FALLS FARMERS MARKET
Contact: Amanda Jones (680-222-5707) kjonesamandad8183@live.com
Park Pavilion – Riverside Park – Laura Street Tuesdays: Noon-5 p.m.
(June 23 - Oct. 13)

LEWIS COUNTY GENERAL
HOSPITAL FARMERS MARKET
Contact: Tina Schell (315-376-5087)
Lewis County General Hospital, North State Street, Lowville Thursdays: 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
(June 11-Oct. 8)

HARRISVILLE FARMERS MARKET
Scenic View - Harrisville
Saturdays: 9am-4pm
(May 30 - Oct. 31)

Events

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