What is your favorite part of the Clay Center Market?

As a vendor, my favorite part is meeting with all the people. Perhaps one of my fondest memories is when a lady came to me and said "I have not had a squash like this since my Grandfather died. He was Italian, lived in the Bronx, and grew this kind of squash. It was always my favorite. Now I come to Kansas and I find it again!"

The squash was an heirloom variety called Costata Romanesco.

On that day, I made more than a sale, I made a connection and brought back memories. It was more than just a squash, it was a fond memory of a loved one.

Do you have a fond memory or favorite moment from the Farmers Market?

Getting Ready for another year at the Clay Center Farmers Market

Have you ever visited a Farmers Market? If you answer is no, then I challenge you to visit Clay Centers Farmers Market. You will find some of the finest, locally grown produce. Everything is grown locally, picked at the peak of freshness and brought to you. Come and taste the difference for yourself!

2008 Market will be opening up on June 21st. The market runs from 8-11 and is located on the West Side of the Courthouse Square in downtown Clay Center.

Products available in years past from Vendors:

Tomatoes in various colors and varieties- Red, Pink, Yellow, Orange, Green, and Black
Cherry Tomatoes in various colors- Red, Yellow, Orange, and Black
Peppers- Sweet, Bells and Hot Types
Sweet Corn
Summer Squash-Green, Yellow, Italian Type, Round Type and Crookneck
Winter Squash-Spaghetti, Acorn, Butternut and others
Cucumbers- Burpless, Slicing, Pickling and Round
Potatoes- Red, White, and Blue
Onions- Red, White, and Yellow
Watermelon- Seedless and Seeded
Cantaloupe
Green Beans
Sweet Potatoes
Radishes
Carrots
Okra
Turnips
Kohlarabi
Eggplant
Pumpkins- Big and Small
Gourds
Berries
Apples
Peaches
Eggs
Jams and Jellies
Fresh Baked Goods
Buffalo Meat and Products

What are you going to try?