Winsted Farmers Market
Contact
- Patrick Barrett
- 860-459-1216
About the Market
Background
Established to provide a venue for residents of Winsted, CT, and surrounding towns, the market has become a hub for local farmers to sell their produce directly to customers. It aims to create a social atmosphere where people can connect with their food sources and each other.
Practices
The market emphasizes the importance of locally grown produce, allowing consumers to purchase directly from the farmers who cultivate their food. This direct interaction supports transparency and education about farming practices.
The Rest
The market serves as a community destination, encouraging residents to spend time downtown, socialize with family, friends, and neighbors, and enjoy the outdoors.
Nearby Farms
Food Bank Farm providing high-quality organically grown fresh produce to area food banks and soup kitchens.
Farm raising beef, pork, goat, and lamb using documented sustainable methods for mail order gourmet food.
New England farm specializing in organic fruits, heirloom vegetables, maple syrup, organic corn-free soy-free pastured eggs, and treatment-free raw honey.