Midsummer bounty at the market

We’re approaching midsummer, and the weather has turned hot and humid—with plenty of sunshine for growing crops. As long as the area receives enough rain, there should be plentiful produce at Coshocton Farmers’ Market for the next two months.

July and August bring a bounty of delicious vegetables and fruits from farms and gardens. It’s prime time for local produce in Ohio, and a great time to visit the market and take advantage of all that’s growing. Nothing beats the taste of just-picked produce in season.

Expect to find green beans fresh from the “patch,” flavorful sweet corn, and local peaches. Zucchini and summer squash are abundant, as well as cucumbers, beets, carrots, sweet peppers, new potatoes, and summer apples. You’ll also find onions, fresh herbs, garlic, kale, Swiss chard, eggplant, cherries, and summer berries for your breakfast cereal or special desserts. Growers are bringing beautiful cut flowers from their gardens as well.

Look for handcrafted fabric and wood items such as aprons, placemats, custom signs, and toy cars, trucks, and trains. The market offers an excellent selection of baked goods, including homemade pies, tea breads with berries, cinnamon rolls, cookies and bars, and gourmet cupcakes. You’ll also find hand-dipped ice cream, jams and jellies, barbecue sauce, local maple syrup and honey, granola, and more.