Last chance to vote for the Statesboro Mainstreet Farmer’s Market in America’s Farmer’s Market Celebration contest

Going on 16 years of fresh, local produce and artisan goods, the Statesboro Mainstreet Farmer's Market is known in our community as one of the best in our region.

You can help the market take home the $5,000 top prize in the 2024 America’s Farmers Market Celebration, presented by American Farmland Trust. 

"We are buzzing about the annual Farmers Market Celebration! Hosted by the American Farmland Trust," Willow Farmer, market manager, said. "This friendly competition has helped us to bolster awareness about our grassroots market, while gauging community satisfaction and commitment over the years. It's an engaging way to get guests to advocate for us, while keeping up with the results in real time."

Market shoppers and supporters can vote for their favorite market through July 31st, 2024.

Becky Sanders, President of Visit Statesboro said, "Voting in this competition will show our local farmers that we support them and their mission to keep fresh, locally-grown produce available to everyone. There are substantial cash prizes that can help the Market and vendors, and winning would give our amazing Market even more exposure."

The market is currently in 4th place in Georgia with 181 votes, but we know our GC readers have the power to give them a final push! 

"Last year, we had the immense honor of placing 3rd in Georgia, 20th in the Southeast, and 62nd Nationwide (out of 8,000 markets!)," Farmer added. "Our goal is to exceed these rankings this year. We hope the rest of the Statesboro community feels as passionate as we do about letting the world know about the amazing things happening here along the Blue Mile."
 

The top five markets in the United States that finish in the “People’s Choice” category will receive an award. The breakdown of prize money is as follows: $5,000 for first, $2,500 for second, $1,500 for third, $750 for fourth, $250 for fifth, and $100 for 1st in each state. 

These funds will be awarded to markets to go towards marketing, communications, and other needs that help expand the market’s reach and impact.

Visit the website here to cast your vote!

For more information about the American Farmer's Market Celebration, visit their website here. 

The Statesboro Farmer's market is located downtown, at 222 South Main Street, every Saturday from 9am-12:30pm until Thanksgiving. Stay updated on market happenings by following them on Facebook and Instagram. 

If you can't make it to the Saturday market, Statesboro Market2Go pickup is available in Statesboro, Sylvania, and now Pembroke! Check out their pick up selection here.