[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 43 (Thursday, March 13, 2008)]
[House]
[Page H1623]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    THE HIGH SPRINGS FARMERS MARKET

  (Mr. STEARNS asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. STEARNS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor the 
contributions of High Springs Farmers Market, which is in my 
congressional district.
  It was established in 2001. The market provides local growers with an 
opportunity to sell their products directly to consumers and to provide 
area residents with high quality, fresh produce and other farm products 
at affordable prices.
  This market then has encouraged and assisted local residents to grow 
fresh produce through a community garden program, and it provides 
training and entrepreneurial opportunities for the new growers. By 
promoting local Florida products, this market allows traditional 
farmers to sell in today's competitive market.
  In addition, the High Spring Farmers Market is the first and only 
market in the State of Florida to accept food stamps, providing high-
quality, fresh food to those who otherwise could not afford it.
  I am grateful for the market's dedication to the entrepreneurial 
spirit and am proud to have it in my district. Congratulations to them 
and keep up the great work.

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