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Farmers markets thrive as customers and vendors who latched on during the pandemic remain loyal

NEW YORK � Farmers markets gave people something they desperately sought during the pandemic: A place to shop outdoors, and at the same time support smaller, often local businesses.

The markets are now building on that goodwill as the customers who became regulars and the vendors who set up shop in 2021 and 2022 return for the new season. Back in 2020, the markets were deemed non-essential and had been forced to close. Small vendors ranging from farm stands to dog treat makers say the markets offer them access to customers and a connection to the community.

Small Business Farmers Market

A vendor helps a customer at a produce stand at the Union Square farmers market June 17 in New York. 

Small Business Farmers Market

A vendor helps a customer at a produce stand at the Union Square farmers market June 17 in New York. 

Small Business Farmers Market

The Union Square farmers market is seen June 17 in New York.





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