DOWNTOWN HOPKINSVILLE FARMERS MARKET
BUYERS GUIDE 2014 WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY 7AM TO 1PM
Dear Hopkinsville-Christian County Neighbor – Thank you for your continued support of our Downtown Farmers’ Market!!! We are expanding and growing every year with one goal in mind—provide our customers with high quality agricultural and craft products in a friendly, fun atmosphere. Your commitment to purchase fresh, local produce for your family is what drives the market and is the reason for our many years of success. Visit the Downtown Farmers’ Market on Wednesdays & Saturdays, April through October, 7am to 1pm. Sincerely, Holly Boggess Downtown Renaissance Director
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Each year, the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service—Christian County Office partners with the Downtown Hopkinsville Farmers Market to bring PLATE IT UP! to the community. PLATE IT UP—KENTUCKY PROUD is a program by the University of Kentucky and the Kentucky Department of Agriculture to encourage families to purchase, prepare, and consume locally grown products. Extension agents and staff will be at the market on Wednesday’s from June to October to showcase and let the public sample prepared recipes. Each original recipe provides a unique way to experience Kentucky’s freshest locally grown products with easy, healthy, and affordable ideas for serving delicious and exciting family meals. All recipes showcased this year are included in this Buyers Guide and are also online at www.kyproud.com/Recipes/.
University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service—Christian County 2850 Pembroke Road Hopkinsville, KY 42240 270.886.6328 www.ChristianCountyExtension.com
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SENIOR FARMERS MARKET NUTRITION PROGRAM The Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program provides low-income seniors with $24 in vouchers to purchase fresh, unprocessed, locally grown fruits, vegetables and herbs at state-approved farmers' markets. Eligibility for Senior Participants Age: 60 + at day of issuance Income: Meet the income criteria outlined below. Household Size Annual Income Monthly 1 $15,171 $1,265 2 $20,449 $1,705 3 $25,727 $2,144 4 $31,005 $2,584 5 $36,283 $3,024 6 $41,561 $3,464 7 $46,839 $3,904 8 $52,117 $4,344 For Each Additional Family Member Add $5,278 $440
Weekly $292 $394 $495 $597 $698 $800 $901 $1,003 $102
Where To Apply For FMNP Coupons? Housing Authority Hopkinsville 400 North Elm Street Hopkinsville, KY 42240 What Foods Are Available? The Kentucky-grown foods listed here are eligible for purchase with FMNP coupons. Eligible foods means fresh, nutritious, unprepared, locally grown fruits, vegetables, and herbs for human consumption. Eligible foods may not be processed or prepared beyond their natural state except for usual harvesting and cleaning processes. Only fresh, unprocessed fruits, vegetables, and fresh-cut herbs may be provided under this program.
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Eligible Foods: Now Eligible: Honey Apples Asparagus Beans Beets Blackberries Blueberries Broccoli Brussels Sprouts Cabbage Carrots Cauliflower Cherries Corn (sweet) Cucumbers
Edamame Soybeans Eggplant Grapes Greens Green Onions Kohlrabi Lettuce Melons Mushrooms Okra Onions Parsnips Pawpaws Peaches Pears
Peas Peppers Plums Potatoes Pumpkins Radishes Raspberries Rhubarb Strawberries Summer Squash Sweet Potatoes Tomatoes Turnips Watermelons Winter Squash
Also fresh cut cooking herbs: Basil, Borage, Chives, Cilantro, Dill, Epazote, Fennel, Garlic, Marjoram, Mint, Oregano, Parsley, Rosemary, Sage, Savory, Shiso, Sorrel, Tarragon, and Thyme. Ineligible Foods: Non-local, non-Kentucky-grown products are not eligible for purchase with FMNP coupons. Examples include citrus products such as oranges, mangoes, lemons, limes, bananas, and pineapples. Medicinal Herbs and others such as aloe, lamb's ear, catnip, rue, white sage, lavender, echinacea, bee balm, chamomile, St. Johnswort are not eligible for purchase with coupons. Meats, eggs, cheese, and home-processed goods are not allowed. Dried fruits or vegetables, such as prunes (dried plums), raisins (dried grapes), sun-dried tomatoes or dried chili peppers are not considered eligible foods. Potted fruit or vegetable plants, potted or dried herbs, wild rice, nuts of any kind (even raw), maple syrup, cider, and molasses are also not allowed. MARKET DAYS: WEDNESDAYS & SATURDAYS MARKET HOURS: 7:00 A.M.-1:00 P.M. MARKET LOCATION: FOUNDER’S SQUARE (AT THE CORNER OF 9TH & MAIN STREETS IN DOWNTOWN HOPKINSVILLE)
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WIC FARMERS MARKET NUTRITION PROGRAM
Eligible WIC recipients receive Automated Food Instruments (AFIs) worth $20 each summer to purchase locally grown fruits and vegetables or fresh-cut herbs. Local WIC agencies issue FMNP AFIs and provide nutrition education emphasizing the importance of including fruits and vegetables in the diet daily. Who Can Participate? To be eligible you must: Be a certified WIC recipient in the counties offering the WIC Farmers Market Nutritional Program Be a woman who is pregnant, postpartum (up to 6 months) or breastfeeding (up to 1 year) Be an infant (age 1 by October 1) Be a child up to age 5 What Foods Are Available? The Kentucky-grown foods listed here are eligible for purchase with WIC FMNP AFIs. Eligible foods means fresh, nutritious, unprepared, locally grown fruits, vegetables, and herbs for human consumption. Eligible foods may not be processed or prepared beyond their natural state except for usual harvesting and cleaning processes. Only fresh, unprocessed fruits, vegetables, and freshcut herbs may be provided under this program.
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Eligible Foods: Apples Asparagus Beans Beets Blackberries Black Eyed Peas Blueberries Broccoli Brussels Sprouts Cabbage Carrots Cauliflower Cherries Corn (sweet) Crowder Peas Cucumbers
Edamame Soybeans Eggplant Grapes Greens Green Onions Kohlrabi Lettuce Melons Mushrooms Okra Onions Parsnips Pawpaws Peaches Pears Peas
Peppers Plums Potatoes Pumpkins Radishes Raspberries Rhubarb Strawberries Summer Squash Sweet Potatoes Tomatoes Turnips Watermelons Winter Squash
Also fresh cut cooking herbs: Basil, Borage, Chives, Cilantro, Dill, Epazote, Fennel, Garlic, Marjoram, Mint, Oregano, Parsley, Rosemary, Sage, Savory, Shiso, Sorrel, Tarragon, and Thyme. Ineligible Foods: Non-local, non-Kentucky-grown products are not eligible for purchase with WIC FMNP food instruments. Examples include citrus products such as oranges, mangoes, lemons, limes, bananas, and pineapples. Medicinal Herbs and others such as aloe, lamb's ear, catnip, rue, white sage, lavender, echinacea, bee balm, chamomile, St. Johnswort are not eligible for purchase with coupons. Meats, eggs, cheese, and home-processed goods are not allowed. Dried fruits or vegetables, such as prunes (dried plums), raisins (dried grapes), sun-dried tomatoes or dried chili peppers are not considered eligible foods. Potted fruit or vegetable plants, potted or dried herbs, wild rice, nuts of any kind (even raw), maple syrup, cider, honey and molasses are also not allowed. MARKET DAYS: WEDNESDAYS & SATURDAYS MARKET HOURS: 7:00 A.M.-1:00 P.M. MARKET LOCATION: FOUNDER’S SQUARE (AT THE CORNER OF 9TH & MAIN STREETS IN DOWNTOWN HOPKINSVILLE)
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David Martin & Martha White Martin Farm Gracey, KY Perennials—Potted herbs—Cut flower arrangements—Seasonal jellies
Who’s Who at Market Donald Bard Greenville, KY Produce—Potted plants—Bedding plants
Patrick Holland Holland Farms Pembroke, KY Produce—Potted plants—Bedding plants—Fresh herbs—Farm fresh eggs—Cut flowers—Grass-fed beef & poultry—Maple Syrup—Kentucky Sorghum
Rossneau Ealom Rossneau’s Garden Plot Elkton, KY Produce—Potted plants—Bedding plants—Home-canned goods—Soup starters—Relishes—Pickles—Salsas— Seasonal jams & jellies—Hanging baskets—Farm fresh eggs
Billy Young Pop’s Produce Elkton, KY Perennials & annuals—Hanging baskets—Canned goods—Produce— Farm fresh eggs—Honey
Janet Bravard Bravard Vineyards & Winery Hopkinsville, KY Red and white wines—Grapes
Kristen Kern Crofton, KY Produce Henry Stoltzfus Herndon, KY Produce—Home-canned vegetables— Home-canned juices David Russell, Sr. Hopkinsville, KY Hand-made glass products Lisa Hargrove The Soapy Goat Hopkinsville, KY Hand-made soap products
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Rebecca Fisher Oak Grove, KY Produce—Hand-crafted wood products—Hand-crafted quilts Annie Stoltzfus Hopkinsville, KY Produce
Michelle Johns The Two Kates Elkton, KY Home-made breads—Kenny’s Farmhouse Cheeses—Home-made scones, muffins, pies and cakes Tony & Alethia Prettyman Bramble & Bee Farm Hopkinsville, KY Raw honey—Home-baked goods— Comb honey—Honey-filled candy— Honey-infused soaps, lotions, and lip balm—Handmade natural beeswax candles—Fresh herbs—Cut flowers— Produce—Seasonal jams & jellies
Duane & Rachael Binkley Elkton, KY Hand-crafted soaps—Hand-crafted candles—Crocheted macramé rugs— Hand-crafted wood items—Produce Sadie Lapp Hopkinsville, KY Produce Cora Carter Elkton, KY Hand-crafted lotion bars, sugar scrubs, bath salts, bug spray Karla Nelson Crofton, KY Produce—Hand-crafted décor—Handcrafted tables
Barbara Fisher Cerulean, KY Home-baked pies—Home-baked breads—Home-baked cookies— Home-baked desserts—Homecanned jams—Hand-painted cards Nannie Croney Hopkinsville, KY Hand-sewn products
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JUNE
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Rossneau’s Garden Plot Elkton, KY
Starting from a dream, Mr. and Mrs. Ealom, mixed faith and ingenuity together to birth Rossneau’s Garden Plot. Established in 2000 on the border of Todd and Christian counties, they coined the term “Freshness with a Smile.” Even after losing his late wife Loretta, Mr. Ealom can still be found every Wednesday and Saturday at the Hopkinsville Downtown Farmers Market. The Ealoms started Rossneau’s Garden Plot after Mr. Ealom lost his management position at a local furniture company. From that point they decided to become an independent business owners. With limited agriculture experience, the Ealoms connected with the University Extension services for help. They then constructed a 1,000 square feet garden plot by hand, using black plastic and drip irrigation. With that system in place, they began to grow. He acknowledged that the road has been rough, but the smiles he gets from his customer’s faces keeps him enthusiastic about providing fresh organically grown vegetables. He’s also known for his famous Loretta Canning Products, which was inspired by his late wife, Loretta Ealom. Mr. Ealom is overjoyed to be able to serve the greater Hopkinsville area “Freshness with a Smile.” Rossneau Ealom 270-265-5250 ealomgardenplot2007@hotmail.com
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JULY
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SEPTEMBER
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The Glass Moustache
My name is Dave Russell. I first started working with stained glass in 2005 when we lived on the Mississippi gulf coast. But after losing all of my tools and glass stock in Hurricane Katrina, I took a short hiatus. Last year with renewed interest, I started cutting glass again. I converted my garage into a workshop and re-purchased some of what was lost in the storm: a diamond saw, glass grinder, various glass cutters and a bottle cutter. Initially, I made gifts for my children and grandchildren to freshen my skills. I joined the Farmers Market near the end of the 2013 season and found that I was warmly received by the other vendors and townspeople. At my table, you will see a variety of handmade glass items. I enjoy making lightcatchers that will cast whimsical colors into your room. Some items are thoughtful, such as awareness ribbons for breast cancer and support for the troops, simple crosses in a variety of colors and hearts made with ruby red water glass. If you don't see something you like, let's talk. I also do custom work. Children's items such as Dr. Who's red bow tie, Noah's Ark and opalescent hair bows are some of my favorites to make. As a fan of the St. Louis Cardinals, I make an sun catcher using rough-rolled red cathedral glass, as well as a UK light catcher using wispy blue water glass in the University of Kentucky school colors. New additions this year are things made from recycled or repurposed bottles. Planters from old wine bottles are popular. My bottle lamps are a great addition to your bar or man-cave. And, of course, I always have a variety of glass moustaches. Dave Russell TheGlassMoustache.com www.facebook.com/ TheGlassMoustache
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OCTOBER
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The Plate It Up! Recipe Schedule Wednesdays at the Market from 10am to 1pm
June 4 June 11 June 18 June 25 July 2 July 9 July 16 July 23 July 30 August 6 August 13 August 20 August 27 September 3 September 10 September 17 September 24 October 1 October 8 October 15
Broccoli Grape Pasta Salad Blueberry Cream Cheese Pound Cake Cauliflower Casserole Cheesy Broccoli Potatoes Herbed Pasta with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes
Broccoli Pizza Bacon and Tomato Dip Easy Peach Cobbler Green Bean Bundles Blackberry Peach Crumble Confetti Chicken Quesadillas Red Potato Salad Cucumber, Corn, and Bean Salsa Beefy Stuffed Peppers Scalloped Okra and Corn Eggplant Lasagna Glazed Butternut Squash with Carrots and Turnips
Baked Apples and Sweet Potatoes Nutty Sweet Potato Biscuits Pumpkin Apple Muffins
For more Plate It Up! recipes, visit www.KYProud.com/recipes or scan the QR code
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“Part of the secret of success in life is to eat what you like and let the food fight it out inside.” Mark Twain
“Tomatoes and oregano make it Italian; wine and tarragon make it French. Sour cream makes it Russian; lemon and cinnamon make it Greek. Soy sauce makes it Chinese; garlic makes it good.” Alice May Brock
“We must have a pie. Stress cannot exist in the presence of a pie.” David Mamet
“Cakes are like books. There are new ones you want to read and old favorites you want to re-read.” Ellen Rose
“The odds of going to the store for a loaf of bread and coming out with only a loaf of bread are 3 billion to 1.” Emma Bombeck
“Tis an ill cook that cannot lick his own fingers.” William Shakespeare
“If more of us valued food and cheer and song above hoarded gold, it would be a merrier world.” J.R.R. Tolkien
“What I say is that, if a man really likes potatoes, he must be a pretty decent sort of fellow.” A.A. Milne
““The only time to eat diet food is while you're waiting for the steak to cook.” Julia Child
“You, as a food buyer, have the distinct privilege of proactively participating in shaping the world your children will inherit.” Joel Salatin
“All you need is LOVE. But a little chocolate now and then doesn’t hurt.” Charles M. Schultz
Funding for this publication made possible by: University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service Christian County Office 2850 Pembroke Road, Hopkinsville KY 42240 (270) 886-6328 www.ChristianCountyExtension.com