DOWNTOWN HOPKINSVILLE

FARMERS MARKET

BUYERS GUIDE 2014

WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY

7AM TO 1PM

Dear Hopkinsville-Christian County Neighbor – Thank you for your continued support of our Downtown Farmers’ Market!!! We are expanding and growing every year with one goal in mind—provide our customers with high quality agricultural and craft products in a friendly, fun atmosphere. Your commitment to purchase fresh, local produce for your family is what drives the market and is the reason for our many years of success. Visit the Downtown Farmers’ Market on Wednesdays & Saturdays, April through October, 7am to 1pm. Sincerely, Holly Boggess Downtown Renaissance Director

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Each year, the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service—Christian County Office partners with the Downtown Hopkinsville Farmers Market to bring PLATE IT UP! to the community. PLATE IT UP—KENTUCKY PROUD is a program by the University of Kentucky and the Kentucky Department of Agriculture to encourage families to purchase, prepare, and consume locally grown products. Extension

agents and staff will be at the market on Wednesday’s from June to October to showcase and let the public sample prepared recipes. Each original recipe provides a unique way to experience Kentucky’s freshest locally grown products with easy, healthy, and affordable ideas for serving delicious and exciting family meals. All recipes showcased this year are included in this Buyers Guide and are also online at www.kyproud.com/Recipes/.

University of Kentucky

Cooperative Extension Service—Christian County

2850 Pembroke Road

Hopkinsville, KY 42240

270.886.6328

www.ChristianCountyExtension.com

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SENIOR FARMERS MARKET

NUTRITION PROGRAM The Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program provides low-income seniors with $24 in vouchers to purchase fresh, unprocessed, locally grown fruits, vegetables and herbs at state-approved farmers' markets. Eligibility for Senior Participants Age: 60 + at day of issuance Income: Meet the income criteria outlined below. Household Size Annual Income Monthly Weekly 1 $15,171 $1,265 $292 2 $20,449 $1,705 $394 3 $25,727 $2,144 $495 4 $31,005 $2,584 $597 5 $36,283 $3,024 $698 6 $41,561 $3,464 $800 7 $46,839 $3,904 $901 8 $52,117 $4,344 $1,003 For Each Additional Family Member Add $5,278 $440 $102 Where To Apply For FMNP Coupons? Housing Authority Hopkinsville 400 North Elm Street Hopkinsville, KY 42240 What Foods Are Available? The Kentucky-grown foods listed here are eligible for purchase with FMNP coupons. Eligible foods means fresh, nutritious, unprepared, locally grown fruits, vegetables, and herbs for human consumption. Eligible foods may not be processed or prepared beyond their natural state except for usual harvesting and cleaning processes. Only fresh, unprocessed fruits, vegetables, and fresh-cut herbs may be provided under this program.

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Eligible Foods:

Also fresh cut cooking herbs: Basil, Borage, Chives, Cilantro, Dill, Epazote, Fennel, Garlic, Marjoram, Mint, Oregano, Parsley, Rosemary, Sage, Savory, Shiso, Sorrel, Tarragon, and Thyme. Ineligible Foods: Non-local, non-Kentucky-grown products are not eligible for purchase with FMNP coupons. Examples include citrus products such as oranges, mangoes, lemons, limes, bananas, and pineapples. Medicinal Herbs and others such as aloe, lamb's ear, catnip, rue, white sage, lavender, echinacea, bee balm, chamomile, St. Johnswort are not eligible for purchase with coupons. Meats, eggs, cheese, and home-processed goods are not allowed. Dried fruits or vegetables, such as prunes (dried plums), raisins (dried grapes), sun-dried tomatoes or dried chili peppers are not considered eligible foods. Potted fruit or vegetable plants, potted or dried herbs, wild rice, nuts of any kind (even raw), maple syrup, cider, and molasses are also not allowed.

MARKET DAYS: WEDNESDAYS & SATURDAYS

MARKET HOURS: 7:00 A.M.-1:00 P.M. MARKET LOCATION: FOUNDER’S SQUARE

(AT THE CORNER OF 9TH & MAIN STREETS IN DOWNTOWN HOPKINSVILLE)

Now Eligible: Honey Apples Asparagus Beans Beets Blackberries Blueberries Broccoli Brussels Sprouts Cabbage Carrots Cauliflower Cherries Corn (sweet) Cucumbers

Edamame Soybeans Eggplant Grapes Greens Green Onions Kohlrabi Lettuce Melons Mushrooms Okra Onions Parsnips Pawpaws Peaches Pears

Peas Peppers Plums Potatoes Pumpkins Radishes Raspberries Rhubarb Strawberries Summer Squash Sweet Potatoes Tomatoes Turnips Watermelons Winter Squash

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WIC FARMERS MARKET

NUTRITION PROGRAM

Eligible WIC recipients receive Automated Food Instruments (AFIs) worth $20 each summer to purchase locally grown fruits and vegetables or fresh-cut herbs. Local WIC agencies issue FMNP AFIs and provide nutrition education emphasizing the importance of including fruits and vegetables in the diet daily. Who Can Participate? To be eligible you must:

Be a certified WIC recipient in the counties offering the WIC Farmers Market Nutritional Program

Be a woman who is pregnant, postpartum (up to 6 months) or breastfeeding (up to 1 year)

Be an infant (age 1 by October 1)

Be a child up to age 5 What Foods Are Available? The Kentucky-grown foods listed here are eligible for purchase with WIC FMNP AFIs. Eligible foods means fresh, nutritious, unprepared, locally grown fruits, vegetables, and herbs for human consumption. Eligible foods may not be processed or prepared beyond their natural state except for usual harvesting and cleaning processes. Only fresh, unprocessed fruits, vegetables, and fresh-cut herbs may be provided under this program.

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Eligible Foods:

Also fresh cut cooking herbs: Basil, Borage, Chives, Cilantro, Dill, Epazote, Fennel, Garlic, Marjoram, Mint, Oregano, Parsley, Rosemary, Sage, Savory, Shiso, Sorrel, Tarragon, and Thyme. Ineligible Foods: Non-local, non-Kentucky-grown products are not eligible for purchase with WIC FMNP food instruments. Examples include citrus products such as oranges, mangoes, lemons, limes, bananas, and pineapples. Medicinal Herbs and others such as aloe, lamb's ear, catnip, rue, white sage, lavender, echinacea, bee balm, chamomile, St. Johnswort are not eligible for purchase with coupons. Meats, eggs, cheese, and home-processed goods are not allowed. Dried fruits or vegetables, such as prunes (dried plums), raisins (dried grapes), sun-dried tomatoes or dried chili peppers are not considered eligible foods. Potted fruit or vegetable plants, potted or dried herbs, wild rice, nuts of any kind (even raw), maple syrup, cider, honey and molasses are also not allowed.

MARKET DAYS: WEDNESDAYS & SATURDAYS

MARKET HOURS: 7:00 A.M.-1:00 P.M. MARKET LOCATION: FOUNDER’S SQUARE

(AT THE CORNER OF 9TH & MAIN STREETS IN DOWNTOWN HOPKINSVILLE)

Apples Asparagus Beans Beets Blackberries Black Eyed Peas Blueberries Broccoli Brussels Sprouts Cabbage Carrots Cauliflower Cherries Corn (sweet) Crowder Peas Cucumbers

Edamame Soybeans Eggplant Grapes Greens Green Onions Kohlrabi Lettuce Melons Mushrooms Okra Onions Parsnips Pawpaws Peaches Pears Peas

Peppers Plums Potatoes Pumpkins Radishes Raspberries Rhubarb Strawberries Summer Squash Sweet Potatoes Tomatoes Turnips Watermelons Winter Squash

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Donald Bard Greenville, KY Produce—Potted plants—Bedding plants

Rossneau Ealom Rossneau’s Garden Plot Elkton, KY Produce—Potted plants—Bedding plants—Home-canned goods—Soup starters—Relishes—Pickles—Salsas—Seasonal jams & jellies—Hanging baskets—Farm fresh eggs

Janet Bravard Bravard Vineyards & Winery Hopkinsville, KY Red and white wines—Grapes

David Martin & Martha White Martin Farm Gracey, KY Perennials—Potted herbs—Cut flower arrangements—Seasonal jellies Patrick Holland Holland Farms Pembroke, KY Produce—Potted plants—Bedding plants—Fresh herbs—Farm fresh eggs—Cut flowers—Grass-fed beef & poultry—Maple Syrup—Kentucky Sorghum Billy Young Pop’s Produce Elkton, KY Perennials & annuals—Hanging baskets—Canned goods—Produce—Farm fresh eggs—Honey Kristen Kern Crofton, KY Produce Henry Stoltzfus Herndon, KY Produce—Home-canned vegetables—Home-canned juices David Russell, Sr. Hopkinsville, KY Hand-made glass products Lisa Hargrove The Soapy Goat Hopkinsville, KY Hand-made soap products

Who’s Who at Market

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Michelle Johns The Two Kates Elkton, KY Home-made breads—Kenny’s Farm-house Cheeses—Home-made scones, muffins, pies and cakes Tony & Alethia Prettyman Bramble & Bee Farm Hopkinsville, KY Raw honey—Home-baked goods—Comb honey—Honey-filled candy—Honey-infused soaps, lotions, and lip balm—Handmade natural beeswax candles—Fresh herbs—Cut flowers—Produce—Seasonal jams & jellies Barbara Fisher Cerulean, KY Home-baked pies—Home-baked breads—Home-baked cookies—Home-baked desserts—Home-canned jams—Hand-painted cards Nannie Croney Hopkinsville, KY Hand-sewn products

Rebecca Fisher Oak Grove, KY Produce—Hand-crafted wood products—Hand-crafted quilts Annie Stoltzfus Hopkinsville, KY Produce Duane & Rachael Binkley Elkton, KY Hand-crafted soaps—Hand-crafted candles—Crocheted macramé rugs—Hand-crafted wood items—Produce Sadie Lapp Hopkinsville, KY Produce Cora Carter Elkton, KY Hand-crafted lotion bars, sugar scrubs, bath salts, bug spray Karla Nelson Crofton, KY Produce—Hand-crafted décor—Hand-crafted tables

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JUNE

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F EATURED VENDOR

Rossneau’s Garden Plot Elkton, KY

Starting from a dream, Mr. and Mrs. Ealom, mixed faith and ingenuity together to birth Rossneau’s Garden Plot. Established in 2000 on the border of Todd and Christian counties, they coined the term “Freshness with a Smile.” Even after losing his late wife Loretta, Mr. Ealom can still be found every Wednesday and Saturday at the Hopkinsville Downtown Farmers Market. The Ealoms started Rossneau’s Garden Plot after Mr. Ealom lost his management position at a local furniture company. From that point they decided to become an independent business owners. With limited agriculture experience, the Ealoms connected with the University Extension services for help. They then constructed a 1,000 square feet garden plot by hand, using black plastic and drip irrigation. With that system in place, they began to grow. He acknowledged that the road has been rough, but the smiles he gets from his customer’s faces keeps him enthusiastic about providing fresh organically grown vegetables. He’s also known for his famous Loretta Canning Products, which was inspired by his late wife, Loretta Ealom. Mr. Ealom is overjoyed to be able to serve the greater Hopkinsville area “Freshness with a Smile.” Rossneau Ealom 270-265-5250 ealomgardenplot2007@hotmail.com

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JULY

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SEPTEMBER

F EATURED VENDOR

The Glass Moustache

My name is Dave Russell. I first started working with stained glass in 2005 when we lived on the Mississippi gulf coast. But after losing all of my tools and glass stock in Hurricane Katrina, I took a short hiatus. Last year with renewed interest, I started cutting glass again. I converted my garage into a workshop and re-purchased some of what was lost in the storm: a diamond saw, glass grinder, various glass cutters and a bottle cutter. Initially, I made gifts for my children and grandchildren to freshen my skills. I joined the Farmers Market near the end of the 2013 season and found that I was warmly received by the other vendors and townspeople. At my table, you will see a variety of handmade glass items. I enjoy making lightcatchers that will cast whimsical colors into your room. Some items are thoughtful, such as awareness ribbons for breast cancer and support for the troops, simple crosses in a variety of colors and hearts made with ruby red water glass. If you don't see something you like, let's talk. I also do custom work. Children's items such as Dr. Who's red bow tie, Noah's Ark and opalescent hair bows are some of my favorites to make. As a fan of the St. Louis Cardinals, I make an sun catcher using rough-rolled red cathedral glass, as well as a UK light catcher using wispy blue water glass in the University of Kentucky school colors. New additions this year are things made from recycled or repurposed bottles. Planters from old wine bottles are popular. My bottle lamps are a great addition to your bar or man-cave. And, of course, I always have a variety of glass moustaches. Dave Russell TheGlassMoustache.com www.facebook.com/TheGlassMoustache

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OCTOBER

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The Plate It Up! Recipe Schedule Wednesdays at the Market from 10am to 1pm

June 4 Broccoli Grape Pasta Salad June 11 Blueberry Cream Cheese Pound Cake June 18 Cauliflower Casserole June 25 Cheesy Broccoli Potatoes July 2 Herbed Pasta with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes July 9 Broccoli Pizza July 16 Bacon and Tomato Dip July 23 Easy Peach Cobbler July 30 Green Bean Bundles August 6 Blackberry Peach Crumble August 13 Confetti Chicken Quesadillas August 20 Red Potato Salad August 27 Cucumber, Corn, and Bean Salsa September 3 Beefy Stuffed Peppers September 10 Scalloped Okra and Corn September 17 Eggplant Lasagna September 24 Glazed Butternut Squash with Carrots and Turnips October 1 Baked Apples and Sweet Potatoes October 8 Nutty Sweet Potato Biscuits October 15 Pumpkin Apple Muffins

For more Plate It Up! recipes, visit www.KYProud.com/recipes or scan the QR code

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Funding for this publication made possible by:

University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service

Christian County Office

2850 Pembroke Road, Hopkinsville KY 42240

(270) 886-6328

www.ChristianCountyExtension.com

“Part of the secret of success in life is to

eat what you like and let the food fight it

out inside.”

Mark Twain

“We must have a pie. Stress cannot exist in

the presence of a pie.”

David Mamet

“The odds of going to the store for a loaf of

bread and coming out with only a loaf of

bread are 3 billion to 1.”

Emma Bombeck

“If more of us valued food and cheer and

song above hoarded gold, it would be a

merrier world.”

J.R.R. Tolkien

““The only time to eat diet food is while

you're waiting for the steak to cook.”

Julia Child

“Tomatoes and oregano make it Italian;

wine and tarragon make it French. Sour

cream makes it Russian; lemon and

cinnamon make it Greek. Soy sauce makes

it Chinese; garlic makes it good.”

Alice May Brock

“Cakes are like books. There are new ones

you want to read and old favorites you want

to re-read.”

Ellen Rose

“Tis an ill cook that cannot lick his own

fingers.”

William Shakespeare

“What I say is that, if a man really likes

potatoes, he must be a pretty decent sort of

fellow.”

A.A. Milne

“You, as a food buyer, have the distinct

privilege of proactively participating in

shaping the world your children will

inherit.”

Joel Salatin

“All you need is LOVE.

But a little chocolate now and then doesn’t hurt.”

Charles M. Schultz