PEORIA (25News Now) – The Peoria Riverfront Market placed sixth in a national farmers market voting contest, earning a $1,000 award.
“We are thrilled to be recognized as one of the nation’s top farmers markets. This honor reflects the hard work and commitment of our vendors, the dedication of our staff, and the wonderful community members who support us week after week,” said Sharon Gramm, Executive Director of the Peoria Riverfront Association in a news release.
The 10 markets receiving the most public votes were declared the national winners. A total of $15,000 in rewards for marketing, communications, and other needs to expand the market’s reach and impact was offered.
| Market | City | # of Votes | Reward |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sarasota Downtown Farmers’ Market | Sarasota, FL | 10728 | $2,500 |
| Lakewood Ranch Farmers’ Market | Sarasota, FL | 10065 | $2,000 |
| Coventry Farmers Market | Coventry, CT | 6031 | $1,500 |
| Charlottesville City Market | Charlottesville, VA | 6003 | $1,250 |
| Arlington Heights Farmers Market | Arlington Heights, IL | 4517 | $1,000 |
| Peoria Riverfront Market | Peoria, IL | 4429 | $1,000 |
| Windward Mall Farmers Market | Kāneʻohe, HI | 3478 | $1,000 |
| West Windsor Community Farmers Market – Main Season | West Windsor Township, NJ | 3435 | $1,000 |
| McKinney Farmers Market at Chestnut Square Historic Village | McKinney, TX | 3349 | $875 |
| Winnsboro Farmers Market | Winnsboro, TX | 2859 | $875 |
The America’s Farmers Market Celebration is a national event honoring the role of farmers markets. Since 2008, the celebration has highlighted the key role farmers markets play in American communities and our food system. American Farmland Trust says farmers’ markets are at the forefront of educating consumers about where food comes from. They foster direct relationships between community members and farmers to help create a fairer, more sustainable food system.
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