Local Foods
Farmer's Market Locations
"Buy Locally Grown...Know your Farmer"
| Day | Location | More Information |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | Pigeon Point Park, Pigeon Point St., Beaufort | York Glover: (843) 812-2909 |
| Thursday | The Mall at Shelter Cove | York Glover: (843) 812-2909 |
| Thursday | 40 Calhoun St., Old Town Bluffton | FarmersMarketBluffton.com |
| Friday | 14 Market St. , Habersham Township, Burton | HabershamFarmersMarket.com |
| Friday | Ridgeland, SC | Jasper County Farmer's Market |
| Saturday | Hertitage Park (Naval Hospital Gate), Port Royal | PortRoyalFarmersMarket.com |
History of the Beaufort County Farmers Market
Beaufort County’s first official support of the Farmer’s Markets was with the adoption of a resolution dated June 8th, 1998 on the Market’s tenth anniversary. The Market was originally held in the Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park in the City of Beaufort. Mr. William Cochrane, a local resident, provided leadership in the market’s establishment based on his positive childhood remembrances. Mr. Albert Atkins organized the farmers, craftsmen and gardeners and Mr. Joseph McDomick represented the county-wide businesses and agencies in the opportunity to impact the local economy.
When the Waterfront Park was renovated, the Market moved to Heritage Park in Port Royal. This location worked out to be an ideal place to hold the Market. The Town of Port Royal was supportive, the parking area is convenient for both vendors and the public, and the Market can be open every Saturday during the season. In an effort to make fresh produce available for more people, satellite markets have spread throughout the County. There are locations in Bluffton and on Hilton Head Island.
Today we see a renewed interest in supporting locally grown foods. By keeping local farms viable, regional open space is maintained and fuel for transport is conserved. Buying from local producers and businesses keeps dollars recirculating throughout the region, which stimulates the local economy. Beaufort County has integrated conservation principles into the Cultural Chapter of the 2009 Comprehensive Plan supporting the local food movement.
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