Celebrate a Fresh, Local Thanksgiving with CT Grown Farm Products
Find a holiday and winter farmers’ markets near you to shop(HARTFORD, CT) – Make your holiday table shine this Thanksgiving with the abundance of Connecticut farms to your table with CT Grown. From pasture-raised turkeys to crisp apples, hearty vegetables, and handcrafted beverages, CT Grown farm products offer everything you need for a delicious and locally sourced celebration.
“Thanksgiving is a time to gather in gratitude – not just for the harvest on our tables, but the hands that grew it and the communities that sustain us,” said Agriculture Commissioner Bryan P. Hurlburt. “When we choose CT Grown, we nourish our families, strengthen the roots of our local farms, and celebrate the abundance we share together.”
Whether you are preparing a full feast from scratch or looking for ready-to-go dishes that make hosting easier, Connecticut’s farmers and producers have you covered. Enjoy the rich flavors of:
• Fresh, local turkey
• Brussels sprouts, potatoes, and other seasonal vegetables
• Tart cranberries and sweet apple pie
• Connecticut farm beverages including milk, cider, wine, and beer
Many farms and markets also offer prepared-from-scratch sides and desserts, so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying your guests. And you won’t want to forget the CT Grown floral centerpieces to make your table as beautiful as your meal.
CT Grown farm products are not only fresh and flavorful, but they are also accessible and affordable. Visit your local farm stands and farmers’ markets, many of which accept SNAP, Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) benefits, and offer doubling programs that stretch your food dollars further.
Find a Holiday or Winter Farmers’ Market Near You
Connecticut’s nearly 100 farmers’ markets and countless farm stands across the state are stocked with seasonal favorites. Explore where to shop local this season at CT Grown Holiday & Winter Farmers’ Markets.
Support Connecticut’s farmers, nourish your family with the best of the season, and make this Thanksgiving truly special with CT Grown.
The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) mission is to foster a healthy economic, environmental, and social climate for agriculture by developing, promoting, and regulating agricultural businesses; protecting agricultural and aquacultural resources; enforcing laws pertaining to domestic animals; and promoting an understanding among the state's citizens of the diversity of Connecticut agriculture, its cultural heritage, and its contribution to the state's economy. For more information, visit www.CTGrown.gov.
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