Despite the blistering heat and torrential rainfalls of the summer, Omaha gardens are overflowing with fresh bounty. In Nebraska, August is the perfect time to celebrate National Farmers Market Week, when harvest is at its peak. In honor of the week, the Market partnered with Together Inc. and invited both customers and vendors to help needy families in the community by donating produce from their own gardens. 

Last weekend, corn, zucchini and tomatoes could be seen overflowing from collection bins at both the Saturday and Sunday Markets. Customers and vendors alike joined in the effort to share the benefits of eating fresh, nutritious produce straight from the garden. Thanks to their effort, over 1,300 pounds of fresh produce was donated to Together, Inc!