Story by Camelia Juarez, Tae Gallegos and Garrett Moore
Spring is upon us bring in the freshest crops to surrounding Texas farmers. Did you know that farmer markets benefit producers, consumers and the community? According to the Agricultural Marketing Servicelocal farmers use these markets to gain exposure while consumers benefit by buying fresh produce and goods. The face-to-face interaction creates this robust local economy and overall better health to the community.
On Wednesday Tae went to check out the Texas Farmers Market at Muellerto see what the locals had to offer.There were over ten stands all with something unique to offer to the community.
Garrett went to the San Marcos Farmers Market talk to some local procures. There he spoke with Ramona Decker from Eagle’s Rest Ranch about her beeswax products. Early last week, he met with Ashli Corley, the Vice President
On Sunday Camelia visited the San Antonio farmer’s market at The Pearl. There were over 45 vendors. Camelia spoke to family owned goat cheese farmer Robin Rogales and first year strawberry farmers Pierce White and Gary McCleen. Both groups focus on their crops and their community for financial support.
Video by Camelia Juarez
Audio by Garrett Moore
Photos by Tae Gallegos
F-Stop farm is a family owned and operated farm located in Austin Texas. Hannah Beall is a farmer-in-training at F-Stop she is explaining how she makes vegan kimchi. 
Barton Springs Mill founded in 2016 produces landrace grains grown in Texas. Farmer Janna Anderson poses for a picture, she has been with the company for several years. 
The market has a little area for the kids to play while the parents shop. 
Wellness Fond Bone Broth sources farm-to-table ingredients to make broth to nourish the soul. The Seeland’s, owners and producers, missions is to better the wellness of the coummunity. 
Sweet Charli Girl is a one girl stand. Founder Rachel Metts explains that she focuses on making gluten free sweets so that everyone can enjoy! 
The farmers market at Muller always has live music to enjoy. The AM MUSIC group takes the show on Wednesday with a couple of duets. 
Elgin Meadery is known for making the best honey wine. Head mead maker Micah Erwin has been making mead for over 13 years. 
The Mueller market added Wednesday to the schedule. 
There are many samples from all the vendors. 
Spicy Hummus from a local Indian Bakery. 
Organic vanilla
Graphic by Tae Gallegos
