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Scranton Farmers Market: Local, Safe & Delicious
18 Jul
Summary
- Customers prioritize local produce for safety and taste.
- Market vendors guarantee hand-cleaned and locally grown items.
- The market operates Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays through Thanksgiving Eve.
The opening day of Scranton's Co-Op Farmers' Market on July 18, 2026, saw eager shoppers like Darlene and Frank Gullone purchasing their favorite fresh produce. Many attendees, including the Malatestas, expressed confidence in the safety of locally sourced items, especially in light of recent food safety concerns elsewhere.
Vendors like Bill Hopkins of Hopkins Farm LLC and Logan Brace of Brace's Orchard highlighted their commitment to providing safe, fresh, and locally grown vegetables. Hopkins assured customers that his farm's produce is "hand cleaned, hand picked and hand packed." Brace emphasized that all vendors adhere to a "farm to market" standard, ensuring direct sourcing and freshness.
The market, located at 900 Barring Ave., offers a direct benefit to the community, allowing residents to purchase produce from vendors they know and trust. Shoppers like Joe Duffy noted the market as a safer alternative to store-bought options. The market will continue to operate on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Thanksgiving Eve.
