Oklahoma Grown!
Oklahomans are fortunate to have access to readily available fresh fruits and vegetables
that are of a consistency and quality that other states find hard to match. Whether
buying fresh vegetables, salad greens, herbs, blackberries, watermelons, peaches,
meat items, nuts, baked items, processed foods, dairy or eggs, the freshest and
the best come from right here in Oklahoma.
Agriculture is what Oklahoma is all about. Many Oklahomans have farmers or ranchers
in their family, past and present. The Oklahoma economy and way of life are greatly
affected by the agriculture industry. A large portion of this industry is made up
of small farms and ranches. Many of these farmers do it all themselves - planting,
growing, harvesting and selling. Oklahoma Farmers' Markets provide the means for
these farmers and ranchers to sell their products directly to the public and to
make a living from their land. The markets also provide the public an opportunity
to by fresh produce and products while supporting the Oklahoma economy. It's a win-win
for everyone!
To help promote the quality, freshness and authenticity of produce and products
sold at Oklahoma Farmers' Markets, the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food
and Forestry (ODA) initiated the Oklahoma Grown program for Farmers' Markets
in 2004. Only Oklahoma Farmers' Markets who meet all licensure requirements with
the Oklahoma Department of Health (ODH) and who also sell only 100% Oklahoma Grown
fresh products are designated as Oklahoma Grown markets. Currently, there
are 18 markets statewide in this program. For more information on the Oklahoma Grown
program, visit the
Made in Oklahoma website.
The OSU-OKC Farmers' Market is proud to be designated as an Oklahoma Grown market! All of the vendors at the market go to great lengths to ensure the customer receives only the best the state can offer. And, as consumers continue to become more health conscious and concerned about better eating habits, the fresh fruits and vegetables they can find at the OSU-OKC Farmers' Market are just the thing for them. Furthermore, several of the vendors at the market are certified organic.
Shopping at the OSU-OKC Farmers' Market provides the consumer with the freshest, tastiest, healthiest, and safest (regulated by both the ODA and ODH) produce, dairy, meats, nuts, baked items, eggs, etc. that is available anywhere in the state! And at the same time, shopping at the OSU-OKC Farmers' Market supports the local and state economy.
Buy Made in Oklahoma and Grown in Oklahoma !
