Chester County Commissioners Josh Maxwell, Marian Moskowitz, and Eric Roe officially proclaimed the week of Aug. 3 to Saturday, Aug. 9, as Farmers Market Week, celebrating the contributions of local markets to the county's economy, food system, and sense of community.

Chester County is home to 10 active farmers markets offering an array of agricultural and handcrafted goods, including fresh produce, meats, dairy, baked treats, flowers, pantry staples, and wines. These markets serve as channels for distributing locally made and grown products while fostering economic growth and providing consumers with fresh, nutritious food.

The proclamation also recognized the work of AgConnect, a county-supported initiative that offers funding, training, and promotional tools to strengthen local agriculture. Programs like AgConnect support direct-to-consumer sales and help cultivate a thriving, resilient farming community.

Farmers Market Week was created to honor the farmers, artisans, and organizers who make these markets possible and encourage residents to celebrate and support them.

For more information about AgConnect's programs and to access the interactive Chester County Farm Guide, visit http://www.go-agconnect.org or follow AgConnect on Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn.