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About the Market
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The Farmers Market at Maryland provides a weekly opportunity for students, faculty, and staff to purchase healthy foods, fresh from local farms. In addition to facilitating physical wellness, a farm to table approach to eating inspires environmental consciousness, which is an aspect of social wellness.
A trial open-air market, referred to as “Testudo’s Market,” was warmly welcomed onto campus in April 2010. Since then, several Wellness Coalition members have been working to establish an enduring farmers market on our campus with the goal of introducing students to the health and sustainable benefits of buying food from local farmers.
The market is a partnership between the Wellness Coalition and the Office of Sustainability. It is financially supported by the Division of Student Affairs. The farmers market is a visible sign of the Division’s commitment to the health and wellness of Maryland students, faculty, and staff and represents a significant step forward in the ongoing effort to create a culture of wellness at UMD.
Mark your calendar and join us every Wednesday for delicious local produce and live music. Help us make The Farmers Market at Maryland a success for local farmers and a thriving tradition for our campus.
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Our Vendors
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Bonaparte Breads specializes in traditional 17th Century French breads, desserts and pastries. Owner Pierre Lefilliatre has established a reputation for turning out high-quality baked goods at his two locations, one in the Historic Savage Mill Center, and a second cafe in Fells Point, MD. Lefilliatre's baguettes are based on a old-style recipe that produces a thinner, crustier baguette and requires the use of Poolish, which doesn't ferment as long as most starters. This means the acids found in most sourdough starters are nonexistent in his. All of Bonaparte Breads products sold at market are produced the night before.
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Country Vittles from Critter Hill Farm is family owned and operated. Selling beef, chevon (goat meat), rabbit, and sometimes turkey meats, they also bring assorted fruits and veggies when in season.
Their beef is born, raised and finished naturally on their farm. Their cow herd consists of purebred Herefords and Hereford Influenced Baldies. All are bred to their purebred Hereford bulls. The beef is pasture raised on a diet of grass, haylage and corn silage when needed. They do not use any hormones to raise any of their meats; therefore, they are all natural. Their beef hangs for at least 21 days to insure a tender and flavorful cut of meat.
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Based in the Washington, DC metro area, Dolci Gelati produces the finest gelato and sorbetto from all natural ingredients and, when available, local fruits and vegetables. Gelato offers the same great taste as ice cream with only 1/3 the fat and none of the artificial flavors.
Dolci Gelati website >>
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On Twitter @DolciGelati
Great-tasting, gluten-free baked goods, including some dairy-free and egg-free options.
Goldilocks Goodies sells delicious baked goods that you can feel good about eating. Their goodies are not offered as a sub-par substitution for the cakes and muffins you grew up with in your mother’s kitchen. Just because they’ve swapped some ingredients, doesn’t mean they’ve swapped out the taste.
An integral part of their goodies is putting love and appreciation into the making of Goldilocks – using high-quality ingredients, personally visiting the chicken farms where they get their eggs and the dairy farms where they get their butter, buying produce from local farmers, using sustainable packaging, and even getting her own mother into the kitchen, for that extra dash of love!
Goldilocks Goodies website>>
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On Twitter @GoldilocksGF
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Wheatland Farms is located in Purcellville, Virginia. From 1979 through 2005 Wheatland Farms grew twenty or more acres of vegetables, selling them almost exclusively at 12 to 15 producer-only farmers markets per week in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.
In 2006 they developed a two-part rental formula for use of land and farming infrastructure.
All farms at Wheatland are now strictly independent. All farmers are committed to using ecological growing practices only, that is, methods approved under organic standards, or with zero toxicity rating, or using food-grade materials only.
Lydia's Fields website >>
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Corey T. McCleaf is a 5th generation farmer on McCleaf's Orchard. The 52 acre historic farm grows apples, peaches, plums, apricots, pears, cherries, pluots, kiwi berries, other unique fruit offerings as well as a wide variety of vegetables and herbs.
McCleaf's Orchard has a strong committment to growing food as sustainably as possible. They practice Integrated Pest Management (IPM), minimizing the use of chemicals by reducing destructive insects in the orchards, while at the same time maintaining a health quality product.
Their commitment to sustainable farming and providing great produce for generations is made evident by earning a Pennsylvania Preserved Farm designation in 2008.
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On Twitter @McCleafsOrchard
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Phil's Dills offers fresh, homemade pickles made with local ingredients from Carroll County. Choose from a variety of flavors including "Fear the Turtle" and "Terps' Cracked Black Pepper" as well as fire garlic, sweet and spicy and kosher dills.
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Picnic Gourmet Spreads is a small batch cheese spread business located just outside Washington DC. Sample spreads include creamy pesto, garlic leek, walnut herb, caramel, almond, sugared lemon, seasonal berry and more.
Picnic Gourmet Spreads website >>
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On Twitter @PicnicSpreads
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Sweet Teensy uses only premium ingredients, resulting in a luscious blend of refined flavors. Hand-crafted, small-batch-from-scratch Sweet Teensy cookies, cup-cakes and custom cakes are a delight in every exquisite bite–the perfect gift for friends, associates and loved ones. The best flour, rich chocolate and natural flavorings are blended with farm-fresh eggs and pure creamery butter to create a sublime sensation. Sweet Teensy baked goods are free of trans fats, preservatives and artificial colorings. Whole-hearted foods, artfully packaged, just for you!
Sweet Teensy website >>
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Upper Crust Bakery is a European-style bakery producing artisan breads and pastries.
On Twitter @UpperCrustMD
Maria Valencia and her family own and operate Valencia's Produce in Leedstown, VA. Their wide variety of fruits and vegetables include asparagus, black-eyed peas, blueberries, broccoli, brussels sprouts, cantaloupe melon, watermelon, sweet corn, cucumbers, garlic, tomatoes, lettuce mixes and herbs.
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Waterview Foods sells brown and white free-range eggs and Maryland steamed crabmeat seasonally.
Pam and Tom Hubric reside on the Maryland eastern shore in a small community named Waterview, situated just several hundred feet from the Chesapeake Bay. They have been producing free-range brown eggs for approximately 10 years in their backyard flocks. The red sexlink chickens are called Golden Comets and are fed only all natural layer mash obtained from local feed producers.
The Farmers Market at Maryland welcomes local, producer-only vendors to apply to sell their goods at the market.
Learn more about the criteria and requirements for participation and view the vendor application.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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- When and where will the Farmers Market be held? The Farmers Market at Maryland will be held every Wednesday from 11am to 3pm in front of Cole Student Activities Building.
- How long will the Farmers Market run? The market will run through November. Check back for the date of the final market of the 2013 season.
- Will the market ever be cancelled? The market will be held rain or shine. However, severe weather, or the threat of severe weather, may force us to cancel a market for everyone’s safety. When possible, notice of a cancellation will be posted on the website and a recorded message left at 301-226-4457.
- Why should I shop at a farmers market? Farmers markets provide an opportunity to purchase food directly from local farms. Local food is full of flavor, harvested at its nutritional peak, and available at the market soon after. It doesn’t travel long distances, so buying from local farms also reduces the environmental impact of bringing food to your table (the average food item travels about 1,500 miles to reach us) while providing support for the local economy.
- Why host a farmers market on campus when there are other markets available in the College Park area? Wellness @ Maryland believes it is important to introduce students to the health and environmental benefits of shopping at farmers markets. We hope to teach them how to use local farm products to create healthy meals and support sustainable agriculture. We believe our community of nearly 40,000 students, faculty, and staff will see value in having convenient access to a weekly farmers market on campus.
- Is the market open to the public? Yes, everyone is welcome at The Farmers Market at Maryland.
- How can students help with the farmers market? One of the best ways students can support the market is by coming to the market and buy products from the farmers. Use your voice and your social network to tell your friends to visit and shop at the market. Students can also volunteer to assist the farmers and market manager with weekly market staffing, setup and cleanup.
- What does it mean to be a “local” farmer? All of our vendors are travelling from no more than 250 miles away.
- Is the market a “producers only” market? Yes, our vendors are only permitted to sell items which they themselves have grown or produced.
- What can I buy at the market? You will be able to purchase a wide variety of fresh produce, free range eggs, meats such as beef, goat, lamb and chicken, artisan breads, pickles, baked goods, pastries, and gourmet cheese spreads.
- Will the vendors sell “organic” food? There are very few “certified organic” farmers in this area, and none of our current vendors are certified. However, all of our farmers are using sustainable farming practices as much as possible. We encourage shoppers to ask the farmers about their farming methods.
- Is the food safe to eat? Yes. Our vendors must comply with all federal, state, and local health and safety requirements and hold appropriate permits or certificates.
- Where is the Farmers Market? The Farmers Market is located along Campus Drive directly in front of Cole Student Activities Building (also referred to as Cole Fieldhouse, next to the Stamp Student Union)
- How do I get to the Farmers Market? The Maryland campus is pedestrian-friendly, and we encourage walking to the market, if possible, to limit the impact on the environment. You can plan your route using TerpNav at www.map.umd.edu. Enter "Cole Student Activities Building" as the destination location. There is parking and public transit options also available. See below.
- Is parking available? Yes, pay-by-space parking is available nearby in the Union Lane Garage. Download a map for location, hours and rates.
- What are my public transportation options to get to the market? Both Metro buses and Shuttle-UM share a covered stop in front of Cole Student Activities Building. Metro buses with a drop-off near Cole - C2, C8, J4, and F6. Metrorail stations served by Shuttle-UM - College Park Metro station, West Hyattsville, Prince George’s County Plaza, and Silver Spring.
- Are there bike racks nearby? Bike racks are available along the Union Lane entrance to the Stamp Student Union.
- Will credit cards be accepted? The ability to accept credit cards varies vendor by vendor, but several of our vendors are able to accept credit cards. Specifically, McCleaf's Orchards, Country Vittles, Picnic Gourmet Spreads, Goldilocks Goodies, and Valencia Produce are all able to accept credit cards. Capitol One and SECU ATM machines are located on the ground floor of Stamp Student Union.
- Can I pay with my Terrapin Express card? No, our vendors cannot accept Terrapin Express.
- Are farmers market nutrition program (FMNP) vouchers accepted? Yes. Our 3 produce vendors - McCleaf's Orchards, Valencia Produce, and Lydia's Fields at Wheatland - all accept Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) vouchers, both Maryland WIC FMNP vouchers and Senior FMNP vouchers. You can learn more about this program from the Maryland Department of Agriculture.
- Are SNAP benefits accepted? No. We are not yet licensed to accept SNAP vouchers.
Selling at the market
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Robert Schubert
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TerpMarketManager@umd.edu
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View the criteria and requirements for selling and download the vendor application.
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Doing a story on the market
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Kate Maloney
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kmalone2@umd.edu
301-226-2730
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Sponsoring the market
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Pam Eichenbaum
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peichenb@umd.edu
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Performing at the market
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James Cecil
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jcecil@umd.edu
301-226-4428 |
If you are a solo performer or musical group interested in performing at the market without compensation, fill out this online form.
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Hosting an educational table at the market
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Meghan Cohen
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mcohen13@umd.edu
301-314-1493 |
Fill out this online form to express your interest and initiative the process of getting booked. Only organizations that have a direct relationship to either wellness or sustainability will be considered.
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Volunteering at the market
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Allison Lilly
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alilly@umd.edu
301-314-1016 |
Fill out this online form and we'll get in touch with more details about signing up to volunteer.
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You can also submit anonymous feedback via our contact form. If you'd like a response however, please include your email address.
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Seasonal Recipe of the Week
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