Local Producers
The Davidson Farmer’s Market is pleased to showcase the fine foods and goods from more than 35 farmers and local producers each week. Click here to learn more about becoming a featured vendor. Young gardeners are also invited to participate in the market as part of our “Growing Kids” program.
For Customers: HOW IS MY FOOD GROWN?
Many types of farming styles are represented at the Market, from “conventional” to “transitional” to “certified organic”. The list below, from the Local Harvest website, defines key words for the farming methods you will find represented at most farmers markets. One of the benefits of buying directly from the farmer is being able to discuss the food with them – – how it is grown and how to cook or preserve it. When in doubt, ask your farmer, the best source of information for making your local food choices.
http://www.localharvest.org/organic.jsp
2010 Featured Producers
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Barbee Farms
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Betty’s Blooms
Betty Brown – Davidson, NC
Several varieties of Daylilies, perennials and cut flowers. -
Big Jim’s Produce
Jim Arthurs – Troutman, NC
Seasonal produce and baked goods. -
Big Oak Farm – Smith’s Beef
Mike Smith – Denver, NC
All natural beef. -
Bird Brain Ranch
Pat Roberts – Concord, NC
Ostrich meat, salami snacks, salt cured dog bones and ostrich egg shells. -
By Lucille
Laura Lucille Benoit, Artisan Pastry Chef – Charlotte, NC
A variety of European-inspired organic baked goods with many wheat-free options. Breads, scones, muffins, cookies, cinnamon rolls, a variety of granolas and Lucille’s signature jams. -
Cackleberry Farm (at the Coldwater Creek Booth)
Randy Fisher (owner) – Concord, NC
Fresh artisanal cow’s milk cheeses: feta, mozzarella, cheese curd for making mozzarella at home, queso fresca, butter, yogurt, sour cream, buttermilk and free range eggs. -
Calico Farmstead Cheese, LLC
Jackie and Larry Gerringer, Anna G. Amoreill, June Gerringer-Deatherage – Gibsonville, NC
Fresh and aged cows’ milk cheeses: ricotta, queso fresca, havarti, colby, aged cheddar, mozzarella, farmer cheese, fromage blanc, feta, camembert, cheese curds, skillet cheese, as well as farm fresh eggs and blackberries. -
Chef Charles Catering
Chef Charles Semail – Charlotte & Davidson, NC
Specializing in charcuterie and delectable hand-pulled barbeque, Chef Charles uses locally-produced meats to make a variety of pate and sausages, as well as authentic French baguettes, brioche, soups and frozen entrees. *Now Open* Chef Charles 2 Go at 300 Mock Circle in Davidson. -
Coldwater Creek Farms
Brad Hinckley and Eric Williamson – Kannapolis, NC
Certified organic produce, cut flowers and vegetable plants. -
Correll Farm
David and Cheryl, Sam and Gloria Correll – Cleveland, NC
Wide variety of fresh off the farm vegetables and fruits -
Elliot Apiary
John Elliot – Davidson, NC
Local Honey. -
Gilcrest Natural Farm
Gil and Amy Foster – Iron Station, NC
Pasture raised chicken, heirloom vegetables, free-range eggs and herbs. -
Grateful Growers
Cassie Parsons and Natalie Veres – Denver, NC
Pastured pork, duck, eggs, mushrooms, and occasional heirloom vegetables. -
Grow It Greener
Matt Hickey – Mt. Mourne, NC
Wide variety of sustainably-grown heirloom vegetables, vegetable plants and culinary herbs. -
Half Moon Gardens
Patrick Poitras and Trisha Raglin – Mooresville, NC
Herb plants, assorted wide variety of perennials, and handmade soaps. -
Henry’s Wholesome Foods
Henry and Rita Imhoff – Cleveland, NC
Heirloom tomatoes, and other summer produce, a variety of baked goods including breads, cookies, cinnamon rolls and freshly made doughnuts, in-season fruit pies and blueberries. -
Herr’s Fresh Flowers
Jefferson Herr – Vale, NC
Custom made, locally grown fresh flower arrangements. -
Hippie Kitchen
Dawn Beltrami, Artisan Pastry Chef – Cornelius, NC
Assorted artisan baked goods: organic granola, breads, cookies, cakes, pies and specialty preserves. Many gluten-free items. -
Home Grown
Mary Howard – Mooresville, NC
Figs, summer produce and plants and trees. -
Houston Produce
Bobby and Patsy Houston – Huntersville, NC
Wide variety of seasonal produce. -
Inspired Garden
Colleen McDaniel – Kannapolis, NC
Certified organic produce, cut flowers, herbs and decorative gourds. -
KC Farms
Chris and Kristi Goodrum – Mt. Mourne, NC
Wide variety of seasonal produce. Certified roadside stand at the farm on Midway Lake Rd. -
Landis Gourmet Mushrooms
John Herron – Landis, NC
Fresh oyster and shiitake mushrooms. -
Lavender Farm
Rita Rodelli – China Grove, NC
Fresh lavender stems, lavender wands, dried lavender buds for sachets, and a wide assortment of handmade soaps and bath/body products. -
Millstone Meadows Farm
Sara and Mark Hord – Morganton, NC
Artisan breads and prepared foods: hummus, quiches and salads made from local produce. -
Mood Indigo Organics
Rea Wright – Davidson, NC
Several varieties of handmade soaps. -
New Moon Farm Organics
Suzanne Ballard – Mt. Ulla, NC
Organic produce, jams and jellies, soaps and scrubs, flowers and herbs. -
The Pasta Wench
Andrea Morrell – Deep Gap, NC
All-natural Gourmet Pasta including Ravioli, Fettucini, Cavatelli, and Spaghetti, as well as homemade gourmet sauces. -
Sweet Cakes
Brenda Lord – Cornelius, NC
Homemade cupcakes. -
Twin Oaks Farm
Greg Hartsell and Tim Sloop – China Grove, NC
Assorted produce, flowers and vegetable plants. -
The Farm at Weathers Creek
Susan Campbell – Sherrills Ford, NC
Seasonal produce, herbs, flowers and original photographic artwork. -
Wild Turkey Farms
Lee Menius – China Grove, NC
Pastured all natural pork, beef, eggs, chicken, turkey, lamb and assorted produce.
Brent, Tommy and Anna Barbee – Concord, NC
Wide variety of seasonal and greenhouse produce including greenhouse and field grown tomatoes, peaches and over 150 varieties of vegetables year-round.
Growing Kids
What is the “Growing Kids” market stand?
- A way to offer junior gardeners space to sell their own home-grown produce at the market each Saturday (free tent and table included)
- Reserve a spot at info@davidsonfarmersmarket.org
“Growing Kids” market stand rules:
- Sold items MUST be grown by you (no baked goods, please)
- A reservation MUST be made Thursday prior to the Saturday you wish to sell (space is first come first served)
- Set your own fair pricing, but don’t undercut the the competition
- Provide your own signage and change for customers
- A parent MUST be present with you at the market
For more information or to make a reservation, email us at info@davidsonfarmersmarket.org.
Prospective Vendors:
The application period for 2010 has passed. 2011 applications will be received January 1st through February 16th. Fee information is contained in the application.
The Davidson Farmers Market is a “producer only” farmers market. This means that the DFM is dedicated to ensuring that products sold at the market are raised, grown, harvested or made by the seller. No reselling is allowed. Because of its local food focus, DFM does not allow any craft vendors (although farmers may bring crafts by permission).
Please read the guidelines below carefully before applying:
DFM 2010 Addendum for Meat Producers (required with application)
Email applications to the DFM Vendor Committee at info@davidsonfarmersmarket.org or mail to Davidson Farmers Market, P.O. Box 2534, Davidson, NC 28036.
Contact Mary Jane Leach, Market Manager at the email above with any questions.
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