Farmers' markets are opportunities for residents to purchase produce and foods directly from local farms and gardens. In many communities, farmers' markets are held once or twice a week, although some communities may host farmers markets more frequently.
Rules for farmers' markets have changed in recent years. In 2004, the European Union launched Farm to Fork, an initiative to promote food safety, the growing of nutritious food, and environmental concern as priorities for farmers. US farmers' market rules vary state from state.
