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Review of the Nutritional Implications of Farmers’ Markets and Community Gardens: A Call for Evaluation and Research Efforts

While farmers’ markets and community gardens are growing in popularity as strategies to increase fruit and vegetable consumption, little is known about their impact on dietary intake. This article reviews the current literature on the effect of farmers’ market programs and community gardens on nutrition-related outcomes in adults.

Keywords: Community setting, Farmers' markets, Food insecurity, Fruits and vegetables, Urban, Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)

Date: March 2011

Resource Type: Journal Article

Focus Areas: Food Access Nutrition Policy & Programs

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Review of the Nutritional Implications of Farmers’ Markets and Community Gardens: A Call for Evaluation and Research Efforts