ABOUT CAFM
FRESH, LOCAL, FARM-DIRECT
Corvallis-Albany Farmers’ Markets (CAFM) is a farmer-led nonprofit that operates outdoor farmers’ markets in Corvallis and Albany and otherwise promotes and assists farm direct marketers whose farms are located in six counties: Benton, Linn, Lincoln, Lane, Marion and Polk. Our membership is made up of 140 small family-scale farms. Farm direct marketing is a direct link between consumers and producers that prohibits resale and promotes transparency and traceability.
ABOUT CAFM
SATURDAYS AND WEDNESDAYS, APRIL–NOVEMBER 2O23
Corvallis-Albany Farmers’ Markets (CAFM) is a farmer-led nonprofit that operates outdoor farmers’ markets in Corvallis and Albany and otherwise promotes and assists farm direct marketers whose farms are located in six counties: Benton, Linn, Lincoln, Lane, Marion and Polk. Our membership is made up of 140 small family-scale farms. Farm direct marketing is a direct link between consumers and producers that prohibits resale and promotes transparency and traceability.
- Educate consumers about how their food is grown and processed.
- Support small family farmers, whose continued existence depends on direct marketing opportunities, and related small-scale economic activity.
- Protect air quality and the environment by shortening the distance food travels from farm to consumer and by encouraging sustainable agriculture practices.
- Create a community activity that helps revitalize downtowns, riverfronts and other community resources.
Corvallis-Albany Farmers’ Markets (CAFM) is a farmer-led nonprofit that operates outdoor farmers’ markets in Corvallis and Albany and otherwise promotes and assists farm direct marketers whose farms are located in six counties: Benton, Linn, Lincoln, Lane, Marion and Polk. Our membership is made up of 110+ small family-scale farms. Farm direct marketing is a direct link between consumers and producers that prohibits resale and promotes transparency and traceability.
- Educate consumers about how their food is grown and processed.
- Support small family farmers, whose continued existence depends on direct marketing opportunities, and related small-scale economic activity.
- Protect air quality and the environment by shortening the distance food travels from farm to consumer and by encouraging sustainable agriculture practices.
- Create a community activity that helps revitalize downtowns, riverfronts and other community resources.
Corvallis-Albany Farmers’ Markets (CAFM) is a farmer-led nonprofit that operates outdoor farmers’ markets in Corvallis and Albany and otherwise promotes and assists farm direct marketers whose farms are located in six counties: Benton, Linn, Lincoln, Lane, Marion and Polk. Our membership is made up of 110+ small family-scale farms. Farm direct marketing is a direct link between consumers and producers that prohibits resale and promotes transparency and traceability.
Our 2024 Schedule: Saturdays, April 20 – November 23, Corvallis & Albany; Wednesdays, April 24 – November 27, Corvallis Only.
Farmers’ markets play a crucial role in contributing to livable communities and meeting other community needs that have been overlooked in pursuit of a “modern” food distribution system. These markets provide a variety of benefits that extend beyond simply buying fresh, locally sourced produce.
Farmers’ markets:
Play an important role in educating consumers about how their food is grown and processed, helping them make informed decisions about their food choices.
Support small family farmers, whose continued existence depends on direct marketing opportunities, and related small-scale economic activity.
Protect air quality and the environment by shortening the distance food travels from farm to consumer and by encouraging sustainable agriculture practices.
Create a community activity that helps revitalize downtowns, riverfronts, and other community resources.
