MEXICO, N.Y. — Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oswego County is pleased to announce that the 2019 Annual Oswego County Holiday Farmers Market will be held on Saturday, December 7, 2019, as part of the “Christmas in Mexico” festivities. The community is invited to visit the market to find great holiday gifts, decorations, and food from local farmers. There is no better way to support the local economy than buying local.
In addition to finding local goods, customers have the opportunity to speak directly with the agricultural producers present at the market. This popular event usually draws a large crowd of over 500 people. The Oswego County Holiday Farmers Market will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Mexico VFW at 5930 Scenic Avenue (State Route 3) just north of the village of Mexico, NY. Free coffee and hot chocolate will be provided and Santa Claus will make an appearance!
Here is a sample of some of the vendors that will be present:
Ashley Lynn Winery
Ben & Deeb’s Specialties
Bristol’s Weather Haven
Buttercup Cheese
Dancing Goat Farm
Jacobs Woodworking
Jacob the Beekeeper
Linda Young (Bakery)
Maple Hollow Farm
Pondview
For more information contact the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oswego County at (315) 963-7286 ext. 200 or email us at jwv33@cornell.edu
Oswego County is a rural county, with a prosperous agricultural community. The diversity of land allows for the growth of a variety of agricultural products including onions, apples, meat, cheese, wine, maple syrup, honey, berries, plums, peaches, and a wide variety of vegetables. Within the county there are at least seven local farmers markets, with one open almost every day of the week. The agricultural community in this county generates $41.2 million in annual revenue from 612 farms.
Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities, and provides equal program and employment opportunities. Please contact the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oswego County office if you have any special needs. For more information please call 315-963-7286 or check us out at facebook.com/OswegoCCE.
–Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oswego County
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