I just read something recently concerning "farmers markets" that has my head spinning and I thought I should share my thoughts with my fellow members. Maybe you can help me to understand this movement and what affect it is having or will have our jobs in the long-term.
"The number of farmers markets listed in the USDA National Farmers Markets increased from 3,706 in 2004 to 8,268 in 2014. Plus, the Iowa researchers found the number of Internet searches for farmers markets has almost tripled during that same 10-year period, and the number of newspaper articles that mention farmers markets has almost quadrupled."
Now this isn't your typical road-side-stands we are talking about. This is a huge new "business movement". A business movement that is taking a piece out of the $650 billion dollar grocery pie
Operating 52 days per year, the 32nd Street Farmers Market enjoys $77.48 in sales per square feet annually. This number is based on the estimated gross annual receipts of $6,244,074.49.
Kamm’s Corners Farmers Market in Cleveland. The market attracts 50,387 visits from shoppers each year, which results in projected gross combined receipts of $1.8 million within the market.
Operating 52 days per year, the 32nd Street Farmers Market enjoys $77.48 in sales per square feet annually. This number is based on the estimated gross annual receipts of $6,244,074.49.
Operating 52 days per year, the Crenshaw Farmers' Market enjoys $93.08 in sales per square feet annually. This number is based on the estimated gross annual receipts of $932,253.57.
Operating 80 days per year, the The Coit Road Farmers' Market enjoys $87.20 in sales per square feet annually. This number is based on the estimated gross annual receipts of $420,159.60.
Any perishable products that are sold in supermarkets is "fair game" Including: California-grown fruits and vegetables, and other wares such as honey, fish, free-range poultry & eggs, meats, cheeses, olives, mushrooms, jams, jellies, fruit juices, sauces, dried fruit and nuts, espresso, ethnic foods prepared on premises, hot pancakes, bread, biscuits, clothes, jewelry, gifts and more.
I would love to have as many opinions as possible. Thank you.
