Produce at farmer’s market at Jones Avenue, New Brunswick.
Announcement by SEBS Executive Dean Laura Lawson
We are proud of our longstanding commitment to supporting food security and strengthening community well-being. Central to this legacy are the farmers markets that have served our university students, faculty, and staff for well over a decade. These markets are more than just places to buy produce—they serve as vital hubs where access to fresh, nutritious food fosters healthier lives and where local farmers and growers find critical support for their businesses. Additionally, these markets enhance our students’ opportunities for hands-on, experiential learning in agriculture, nutrition, wellness, and more. Through our dedication to food equity, local sustainability, and community engagement, we continue to build and strengthen the bridge between farmers and the diverse communities they nourish.
With the farmers market season about to begin, I am pleased to announce that our school-affiliated farmers markets will be collectively operated by the Department of Family and Community Health Sciences under the umbrella of the Rutgers Community Farmers Market.
Building on the rich history and proven success of the New Brunswick Community Farmers Market and Cook’s Market at Rutgers Gardens, the newly integrated Rutgers Community Farmers Market will unify the strengths of both markets, ensuring streamlined operations and engagement across all locations. This evolution reflects our commitment to expanding food access, enhancing the customer and vendor experience, and sustaining a vibrant, resilient local food system for New Brunswick and the surrounding areas.
Please join us in celebrating the farmers market season and supporting new and returning local farm, food, and product vendors as the Rutgers Community Farmers Market initiative launches with the opening market on Friday, May 16 at Rutgers Gardens from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
