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Sound Food's Ferry Farm Stand brought fresh produce to commuters, and income to local farms |
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Sustainable Food
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Written by Sallie Maron
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Wednesday, 24 September 2008 11:45 |
Tasting succulent fresh figs and warm vine-ripened tomatoes were two delicious perks at the Ferry Farm Stand on twelve consecutive Wednesdays this summer. Our pilot  program to bring the farm to the ferry commuters was a rousing success judging by the smiles and support of the friendly, fast-moving commuters. We sold almost $11,000 worth of fresh produce grown by local farmers who received 100% of the sales money.
This project was possible because of generous community collaboration. In addition to our local farmers, we're grateful to the Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce and Kitsap Transit for allowing us to stage the farm stand at the kiosk area by the ferry terminal. Our appreciation also goes to Bainbridge Community Foundation for a grant to pay for expenses, including the bright yellow aprons that added extra sunshine to each farm stand day. And, finally, we had wonderful volunteers who did a terrific job of selling the fresh fruits, vegetables and flowers.
The Ferry Farm Stand will be back next summer -- see you then!
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