Des Moines Waterfront Farmers Market to move to marina’s north end

Published 12:43 pm Tuesday, April 17, 2012

The Des Moines Waterfront Farmers Market will move down the street this summer to the newly remodeled north end of the Des Moines Marina.

The market, in its seventh season, will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. each Saturday from June 2 through Oct. 27.

“We are really excited about the move to the North end of the Marina, as it will allow us to grow and expand, provide for more conveniences for shoppers and gives us greater flexibility in allowing more community groups to participate every Saturday thru October,” said Wayne Corey, market board president in a media release.

Farmers who sell at the market must ensure their farming practices protect the environment while sustaining the long term viability of farmland. These practices include protecting water quality, using natural methods of pest control, preventing soil loss, conserving energy, using water conservation measures and protecting fish and wildlife habitat.

Market organizers and vendors also have a partnership with the Des Moines Food Bank with donations from the Annual Market Chili Cook-Offs as well as vendor contributions of fruit and produce throughout the market season.

The market is governed by a volunteer board of directors made up of nine local residents whose goal is to make sure the market is viable and stays on a sound financial base. The market receives its operating cost from sponsors, donations, grants and vendor application and stall fees.

For more information, go to http://www.dmfm.org.