We're focusing mainly on farmers, bakers, and other food producers for the time being, and it’s set to be the only Sunday farmers market in the region, between Cedar and Cumberland.
=0D=0A=We'll be anchored by Rooted Shores Farm, a community-driven sustainable farm project based in Snaw-naw-was, who will be bringing their eggs, broiler chickens, farm raised produce and CSA boxes. Other farms and food producers, including the MAC Community Garden itself, will have local produce, baked goods, and other food products on offer.
=0D=0A=We’ll be joined periodically through the summer by members of the Qualicum Beach Master Gardeners group, who will bring their expert plant knowledge to the Community Garden venue for workshops and Q&As. Food trucks and musicians will also contribute to the community vibe. Small backyard producers are encouraged to grow extra, and distribute their produce, with or without a booth of their own, through the group’s Community Harvest Collective.
=0D=0A=The ultimate goal is to increase the availability of local farm and food products to the Parksville population, and increase the opportunities for local farmers to get their products to market. The chance to spend time in the MAC Community Garden will add to the appeal, as this vital Third Space provides an urban art and garden oasis.
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