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We'd like to send our deepest thanks to everyone for their support over these last weeks. Because of the generosity of many individuals in our community, we have raised over $53,000 to help regain the revenue we lost from our canceled Farm to Plate fundraiser. These funds will also be DOUBLED thanks to the Still Water Foundation, our Board of Directors, and Tito's Handmade Vodka.

We'd also like to thank everyone who tuned in and contributed to our virtual event, "The Food Must Go On." If you'd like an encore viewing, our event recording is now available to stream at sfc.givesmart.com, on Facebook, or on YouTube. And we also now have a bonus clip available from Liz Cardinal of Austin Edible Gardens! Liz shares her passion for local food and gives us some tips on what we can plant now. Watch the clip »

We're so grateful to everyone for your support, and we look forward to sharing more with you about how we will weather this storm and prepare for whatever may be ahead. Thank you.
 
Market Radishes
 
 
THIS WEEKEND AT THE MARKETS
Highlights, Vendors, Events and more. Downtown and Sunset Valley - Sat, May 9
 
Markets are open this weekend! Come visit over 60 local farmers, ranchers, and small food businesses to keep your pantry stocked with fresh and delicious food.

To keep our vendors, staff and customers safe, we request everyone wear a face covering or mask while in the market area. Please visit our website to learn more about these and other safety measures to help you prepare for your visit.

Would you like to get in and out in even less time? Check out our post on food access resources and a list of vendors you can preorder from before you arrive!
 
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SFC UPDATE
SFC events, news, blogs and more.
 
We're Hiring!
We're looking for an hourly bilingual Food Access Associate to work on-site at SFC Farmers’ Markets on Food Access programming, including Double Up Food Bucks, WIC, SNAP and FMNP programs. Read more »

Texas Mamma Jamma Ride
Sept 19. If the Covid-19 lockdown inspired you to dig your bike out of the garage to help you stay active, or has you daydreaming about fun community events, consider signing up for the Texas Mamma Jamma Ride! Learn more »
 
 
 
WHAT WE'RE READING THIS WEEK
We've dug up the dirt so you don't have to.
 
"Op-ed: Growing an Appreciation for the Hands That Feed Us"
By Mas Masumoto, Civil Eats - A celebrated peach farmer and author who often works in solitude talks to food leaders Michael Pollan, Alice Waters, Raj Patel, and others about how food connects us all. Read more »

"The meat we eat is a pandemic risk, too"
By Sigal Samuel, Vox - Greger puts it bluntly: “If you actually want to create global pandemics, then build factory farms... Basically, the animals could use a little social distancing, too." Read more »

"Beautiful disasters: The wild, wilted world of plant scientists who breed crops ready to thrive on a climate-ravaged earth"
By Lela Nargi, The Counter - A diversity of regionally adapted seeds are in short supply in parts of the U.S. So farmers must increasingly rely on a handful of publicly funded seed breeders to supply them. Read more »
 
 
Peanut Sauce
 
 
THE WEEKLY
We'll be sharing recipes to cook, terms you should know, and more in our weekly selection!
 
Recipe: Peanut Sauce
A simple and versatile sauce from our Happy Kitchen Cookbook that is great for dipping on the side, as well as a part of a full meal! Read more »
 

 

 

 
 

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