1. You will guarantee the producer a fair return through direct purchasing.
2. You will enjoy direct contact between yourself as customer with producers
3. You can be sure how your vegetables are grown and meat produced.
4. Food always tastes better when you know where it comes from!
5. Reduced packaging requirements help the environment.
6. You reduce food miles, thus vehicle pollution, noise, and fossil fuel use.
7. By supporting local business you will increase local employment and keep money within the local community.
8. Rearing, preparing and selling animals locally helps prevent the spread of diseases etc.
9. By using the market place for a wide range of products, you will encourage production methods using traditional breeds and varieties which help maintain genetic diversity.
10. You will enjoy healthy eating, through the availability of fresh produce; where else could you buy fruit or vegetables picked fresh, or fresh meat guaranteed locally produced?

Market Place, Uttoxeter. The last Saturday of the Month

For details contact 01889 562465