Farmers Market Ogden Voted #1 Farmers Market in Utah, Celebrates National Farmers Market Week
2024 Farmers Market Ogden National Farmers Market Week - Official Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 8/7/24
Farmers Market Ogden / Ogden Downtown Alliance
Press Contact: Jessica Anderson
Marketing & Communications Manager
Phone: (801) 678-7071
Email: jess@ogdendowntown.com
Farmers Market Ogden Voted #1 Farmers Market in Utah, Celebrates National
Farmers Market Week
Ogden, UT – Farmers Market Ogden, recently named the No. 1 Farmers Market in Utah by the
American Farmland Trust for the third year in a row, is celebrating National Farmers Market
Week on Saturday, August 10. This celebration highlights the essential role farmers markets
play in supporting communities and strengthening local food systems.
“We are excited to celebrate National Farmers Market Week as a community and highlight our
wonderful vendors,” says Meg Beasterfield, Market Manager at Farmers Market Ogden.
“Farmers markets don’t just happen, and Ogden’s market thrives because of the dedicated
efforts of our local farmers and producers, creatives and artisans, community partners,
sponsors, and the incredible support of our patrons.”
Located on Historic 25th Street, Farmers Market Ogden welcomes local residents and visitors
every Summer Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. With over 200 unique vendors each week, the
market features fresh produce, meat, flowers, plants, baked goods, handmade items, and
more—all locally grown and sourced. Come hungry to enjoy a diverse selection of food trucks
and delicious cuisine, as well as handcrafted art, live music, and family-friendly activities.
To celebrate National Farmers Market Week, Farmers Market Ogden 2024 Summer Saturdays
t-shirts will be available for purchase at the market information booth on Saturday, August 10th.
These limited-edition tees feature this year’s original poster artwork from Salt Kat Apparel, a
local artist and vendor in the market.
National Farmers Market Week is an annual celebration proclaimed by the U.S. Department of
Agriculture and coordinated by the Farmers Market Coalition (FMC), a nonprofit organization
supporting farmers markets nationwide through training, technical assistance, and
network-building. Each year, FMC’s campaign highlights the vital role farmers markets play
within our nation’s local food systems. For more than fifty years, farmers markets have
influenced the way Americans eat, shop, and connect to their food, farmers, and each other.
Farmers markets foster shared values between community members and farmers, creating a
fair and sustainable food system. This community focus has been especially visible during
recent times of crisis and uncertainty, as market managers innovate to continue essential
operations for the farmers and shoppers who depend on them.
For more information about Farmers Market Ogden, please visit www.farmersmarketogden.com.
About Farmers Market Ogden
Farmers Market Ogden aims to foster a vibrant community by supporting local businesses and
providing a platform for local vendors to showcase their handmade or grown products. The
market takes place annually on Historic 25th Street in Downtown Ogden, bringing together
residents and visitors in celebration of local food, culture, and community.
About Ogden Downtown Alliance
The Ogden Downtown Alliance is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that strives to connect the
community to locally owned and independent businesses. We aim to increase economic vitality
and community vibrancy in Downtown Ogden through arts, events, placemaking and destination
development. To learn more, visit www.ogdendowntown.com.