Thursday, 19 March 2020 13:19 Written by Himanee Gupta-Carlson

Efforts to slow the Coronavirus spread prompted us to cancel last week’s Saratoga Farmers’ Market. We are optimistic the market will take place this Saturday at the Wilton Mall and will post any updates on our Facebook page and other social media. .

We value our shoppers, farmers, and the communities we serve. Your health is important to us. Current health guidelines indicate that foods available at producer-only farmers markets such as ours are likely to be safer than goods obtained from groceries or delivery services because the distance that the food travels is shorter and the number of persons handling it is less. Purchases at our market also support local businesses.

We are working with mall management to expand the market’s space. If weather permits, more vendors may set up outdoors. We also are encouraging vendors to keep hand sanitizer and anti-bacterial wipes at their tables and to wear gloves or use some other means of keeping their hands out of direct contact with raw foods. All prepared foods will be prepackaged, and we have put the offers of samples on hold.

Here’s how you can help us keep our market healthy, too: 
Wash your hands if you eat just before shopping.
Try not to congregate too tightly around vendor tables.
Allow our vendors to hand produce, meats, eggs, cheeses, and other food items to you. Try not to touch baskets of carrots, bags of lettuce, cabbage heads or other such items yourself.
Be patient, as vendors clean their hands in between handling produce and money. Some vendors might have different people delegated to taking care of these tasks.
If you are not feeling well, do not enter the market directly. Contact our vendors in advance, or the market manager. We can arrange for a curbside pickup, and in some cases, a delivery. 

Last week, Pleasant Valley Farm drew on its extensive mailing list to survey customers and based on the nearly 70 responses, set up a drop point for preorders as well as a home delivery service. As Pleasant Valley’s Robert Arnold said, the goal “is to provide fresh, healthy produce to all of our faithful customers in the region any way we can.” We look forward to seeing you soon. 

The Saratoga Farmers’ Market is 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturdays at the Wilton Mall. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for updates.

Many of these businesses are offering pickup and delivery options. See below for the Saratoga Farmer’s Market Vendors' Contact Information:

FROM THE FARM

Argyle Cheese Factory (Cheese, yogurt)
518-638-8966, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

Battenkill Valley Creamery (Milk)
518-854-9400, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Elihu Farm (Lamb, eggs)
518-753-7838, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Gomez Veggie Ville (Vegetables, fruits)
518-686-5212, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Green Jeans Market Farm (Vegetables)
518-232-1968, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Kokinda Farm (Vegetables, jams, bread)
518-763-7856, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Lewis Waite Farm (Beef, pork)
518-692-3120, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Longlesson Farm (Beef, chicken, pork)
518-753-2163, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Mariaville Mushroom Men (Mushrooms, meats)
518-810-6061, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Moxie Ridge Farm (Cheese, yogurt, meats)
518-620-6464, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Pleasant Valley Farm (Vegetables, fruits)
518-638-6501, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Ramble Creek Farm (Mushrooms, meats)
518-769-0897, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

R&G Cheesemakers (Cheese, yogurt)
518-892-6701, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Saratoga Apple (Apple products)
518-695-3131, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Slate River Farms (Beef, chicken, eggs)
518-258-3858, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Squashville Farm (Meats, eggs, vegetables)
518-650-5881, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Underwood’s Greenhouse/Shushan Valley Hydro Farm
(Hydroponic vegetables)
518-854-9564, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

ARTISAN ITEMS

Ballston Lake Apiaries (Honey, pollen, candles)
518-384-2539, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Earth to Mind (CBD products)
518-353-1150, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Feathered Antler (Art, clothing)
518-290-7461, featheredantler.com

Freddy’s Rockin’ Hummus (Hummus)
518-727-6966, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Grandma Apple’s Cheesecakes (Cheesecakes)
518-368-6091, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Healthy Gourmet Kitchen
(Soup/stew mixes, dips, seasonings)
518-527-1472, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

High Peaks Distilling (Spirits)
518-512-6098, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Junbucha (Kombucha drinks)
518-353-1150, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Mangiamo (Pasta)
518-450-4006, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Moon Cycle Seed Company (Seed blends)
315-323-3153, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Muddy Trail Jerky (Beef jerky, dips, seasonings)
518-642-2194, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Mugzy’s Barkery (Dog treats)
518-573-0400, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Puckers Gourmet (Fermented and pickled foods)
518-854-3301, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Saratoga Chocolate Co. (Chocolate)
518-222-5366, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Saratoga Garlic Company (Garlic products)
518-581-4093, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Saratoga Peanut Butter Co. (Peanut butter)
888-967-3268, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Slate Valley Farms (Maple syrup, honey)
518-642-3265, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Something’s Brewing (Coffee, teas, lemonades)
518-531-4197, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Springbrook Hollow Farm Distillery (Spirits)
518-338-3130, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

The Vermont Spatzle Company (Spatzle noodles)
802-265-1234, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Vital Eats (Vegan prepared foods, sauces, spices)
518-281-9461, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Yankee Distillers (Spirits)
518-406-3245, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

READY-TO-EAT & BAKED GOODS

Daily Fresh (Indian food)
518-698-6264, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Euro Delicacies (Meditteranean food)
518-210-5436, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Giovanni Fresco (Italian food)
518-949-1913, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Mrs. London’s (Baked goods)
518-581-8100, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

My Dacha Slovenian Cafe (Eastern European food)
518-272-3505, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Petra Pocket Pies (Mediterranean food)
518-744-9310, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

The Chocolate Spoon (Baked goods)
518-580-9577, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

The Food Florist (Frozen prepared meals, pies)
518-545-0623, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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