Released July 25, 2008
UNIVERSITY PARK, Maryland -- The Environmental Finance Center located at the University of Maryland announces the launch of Foodtrader.org, a virtual farmer’s market that will connect both buyers and sellers with local food as soon as it is harvested. In concert with its sister site Agtrader.org, Foodtrader.org will give consumers access to the rich diversity of agricultural resources within the state of Maryland.
With Foodtrader.org, farmers can create an instantaneous listing that will identify the description, quantity, price, and location of their items. Consumers can search listings within specific categories and communicate directly with the farmer to buy the food at the farm, at a farmers market or at another prearranged location.
This site also allows for producers and consumers to post listing for events and wanted items. It is a free website for Maryland that complements the Maryland Department of Agriculture’s “Maryland’s Best” program.
For any questions regarding Foodtrader.org, please contact Joanne Throwe at 301/405-5036.
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