Celebrate National Farmers Market Week with a visit to the Coppell Farmers Market this weekend to stock your pantry, refrigerator, and freezer. Thank a farmer and producer while you chat and purchase. Let them know you care about their attendance at our market.
Midsummer produce is in peak production, the perfect time to buy quantity for preserving and canning. Place an order ahead with a farmer or ask if they have a large quantity with them on a given day. To find information on how to preserve for the offseason, search “canning” or “freezing” on our website. Cantaloupe
Although the dog days of summer are upon us, customers can keep cool eating the peaches and blueberries that will continue for weeks, since the farmers amended their report from last week. Weather makes such a difference! Also find juicy pears, apples, perhaps grapes and figs, Israeli melons, Nubus melons, Eden’s gem heirloom variety, Sarah’s choice
The Coppell Farmers Market committee and vendors have reported that they have noticed a surge in customers with the new location. The data backs up that guess. On July 19, volunteers conducting the annual customer (and dog) count recorded 2,024 customers of all ages (and 85 dogs) visited the market, up from 1,381 customers a year
Fruit choices have expanded to include locally grown Israeli melons, cantaloupe, watermelons, blueberries, plums, pears, grapes, figs, and apples. This might be the last week for peaches, so buy them now. A wide variety of brightly colored summer vegetables, greens, and fresh herbs are available. Customers who think eggplant is only large and purple need
Canning – Hot Water Bath Canning (High Acid) (high acid foods ‐ jams, jellies, preserves, salsa, pickles, basic tomatoes) Equipment: Large pot with rack Jar lifter Lid lifter Non‐metallic spatula Canning Funnel (nice to have) Step 1: Check and Prep your jars Wash jars and lids in hot soapy water. Rinse, but do not dry.
On July 12, 2014, the Coppell Farmers Market welcomed the addition of a new Community Information Station presented by the Lions Club of Coppell where patrons of the market will find a host of information about what’s happening in Coppell. Look for the wooden upright stand. The Lions Club of Coppell designed and built the
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Making several trips to your car? Wondering how you will carry your watermelon through the farmers market? The Coppell Farmers Market now offers “Veggie Valet” for customers with heavy purchases. This free service is sponsored by volunteers from the Coppell High School National Honor Society. Look for a teen next to plastic bins on either
Melons, blueberries, and peaches continue. The summer vegetables include cucumbers, squash, peppers, tomatoes, corn, onions, potatoes, green beans, eggplant, okra, Malabar and water spinach, micro-cilantro, squash blossoms, arugula flowers, garlic, kale, and tomatillos. Herbs such as mints, spicy oregano, and basil varietals are also available. Several sprouts and wheat grass are also offered. Green leafy
Peaches and blueberries continue, and with the addition of cantaloupe and watermelon the market has a fresh, summery fruit scent. If you find shelled peas, strawberries, or broccoli, buy now as those seasons are ending. Cabbage, beets, and carrots will also be in short supply. The classic summer vegetables – cucumbers, squash, peppers, and tomatoes
