The Church St Farmers Market in Douglasville has been crowned a regional award winner by the Georgia Business Journal’s Best in Georgia Awards. As one of the select farmers markets acknowledged statewide, the honor represents a recognition of not only the market’s quality but also its contribution to the local community and economy. In its recent season, the Church St Farmers Market recorded a total of 7,149 customers, an impressive number that indicates the market’s significant draw amid the bustling local food scene, according to a recent announcement.
The diverse offerings at the market go beyond just fresh produce, it has also become a stalwart for economic inclusion by offering $4,779 in benefits to SNAP/EBT eligible families enabling them to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables, the market isn’t just a hub of commerce but a beacon of community support. Market Manager Caterina Miceli, in a statement made by the city government’s website, expressed her exuberance for the market’s progress “I am thrilled with the progress we’ve made during my first season as Market Manager,” and she embellished upon the market’s feats which included changing locations and bringing in a host of new vendors which were integral parts of maximizing the market’s potential for growth and connection…