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Markets of Broome

Farmers markets are a wonderful community gathering space in Broome County. They are a way to access local foods year-round and meet the people (often your neighbors) who are growing and raising the food you eat. Many of our farmers markets accept SNAP benefits and other nutrition incentives, including the Fresh2You (previously FreshConnect) checks which allow for a 1:1 double-up of SNAP benefits. 

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Broome County coordinates the Markets of Broome which is a collaboration of the five farmers markets in Broome County. At www.marketsofbroome.com you can find information on all the farmers markets, including their days and hours of operation, which methods of payment are accepted, which nutrition incentive programs they participate in, and their social media platforms with contact information. 

Contact

Laura Biasillo
Agricultural Economic Development Specialist
lw257@cornell.edu
(607) 584-5007

Last updated May 9, 2024

Markets of Broome

Did you know CCE Broome operates one of the Markets of Broome?

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Our Market takes place weekly, on Saturdays, from 9 am to 1 pm year-round.

Interested in becoming a vendor at the Broome County Regional Farmers Market? Contact our Market Manager, Amanda Poodiack, at amp374@cornell.edu for more information!

CCE Broome's Commercial Kitchen

The CCE Broome Commercial Kitchen is a shared-used kitchen space located within the Broome County Regional Farmers Market (840 Upper Front Street, Binghamton NY). What are some ways to use the kitchen?

  1. Processing by food entrepreneurs, local farmers, and food businesses.
    Our kitchen has everything you need to start or grow a successful food business: a licensed commercial kitchen ready for use, 800 sq ft to rent for your production needs, 24/7 access, and more. Our members consist of various types of producers who share the goal of expanding their food business and/or creating value-added products to be sold locally.
  2. Cooking workshops
    The CCE Broome Kitchen hosts monthly hands-on cooking workshops, taught by a variety of instructors. To sign-up for classes, check out: https://ccebroomecounty.com/events.
  3. Kitchen rental
    Reach out to us for more information about our hourly kitchen rentals for one-off events.

Contact kam494@cornell.edu for more information.

Rent the Broome County Regional Farmers Market

The market is available to rent for weddings, parties, graduations and more. For more information, please contact our Event Coordinator, Noelle Palmatier at nhp35@cornell.edu.