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17th December 2007

Politicians Support Farmers Market

North East based MSP Alex Johnstone and local Councillor George Carr were among the crowds who flocked to  the last farmers market of the year to be held in the Market Square, at the weekend. The market provided a  wonderful opportunity to stock up on high quality local produce in advance of Christmas.

Although stall numbers were slightly less than normal, the mainstays of the market were present, beef from The Store, pork from Ingrams, dairy products from the Devnick Dairy and vegetables from Burnorachie and Fernieflat as well as a range of other tempting produce for sale.

Speaking at the event, Alex Johnstone MSP, said "I never fail to be delighted by the quality of the produce at this market and never miss an opportunity to buy locally.  Not only is it produced to the highest possible standards by traditional methods but, being produced locally, it has not been transported hundreds of miles by lorry before it reaches the stalls.  Anyone who is genuinely concerned for their health and the environment should be using farmers markets at every possible opportunity"

Councillor George Carr added, "The farmers market movement is growing from small beginnings but is offering an alternative marketing strategy for smaller local food producers who have seen their returns diminish over the years.  By selling directly they are securing a fairer price for their produce and giving hope to the next generation of small farmers"

Photographed above are Councillor George Carr, Alex Johnstone MSP and from "The Store", butcher Grant Waddel and Proprietor George Booth.