Representatives from the local Legislature and Suffolk County’s nearby offices were joined by excited townsfolk for midday market-going under a bath of much-welcomed sunlight on Thursday, June 5th.
The Suffolk County Farmers Market kicked off at 12:30 p.m. Some local farming and green businesses that set up booths for the occasion included Tea and Munchies Long Island, Cornell University Cooperative Extension (CCE), Ann’s Garden of Babylon, Vincent Farm’s Natural Foods, and Turturuci and Sons’ Artisanal Italian Products.
CCE spoke to interested customers about their in-house dietician’s regimens and how their efforts benefit entire communities, from the youth on through to senior citizens. Fruits, vegetables, grains and proteins—you name it, they’ve got it.
Legislator Jason Richberg of the 15th District spoke with The South Shore Press on the scene shortly after he made a couple of purchases himself.
“I’ve been to a lot of local farmers' markets within the district and without, and I think it’s a great way to invest in local businesses,” he said. “It also showcases that they have different tastes—whether it’s spicy olive oil, or even ginger tea” and so forth.
Richberg believes it imperative to show support for the community and for “folks who work and live right next to us.” He gleefully confirmed he had bought both hibiscus mint and the golden milk mix from Tea and Munchies; and some basil olive oil and chili olive oil from the Artisanal Italian shop on hand for good measure.
Sounds like a delightful and delicious day indeed for all who turned out.