A new farmers market is set to open on the Springfield Technical Community College campus green starting Wednesday, July 8.

The market will offer customers the opportunity to buy fresh, local produce at a reasonable price from locally-owned farms. The market will run weekly from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. until Oct. 28.

"For some time we have been looking at additional ways to serve students more holistically and collaboratively, and having an on-site market is an example of looking at the academic challenges of students through a different lens," said Roosevelt Charles, STCC Director of Access and Student Success.

Community partners involved in making the STCC farmers market possible are the Concerned Citizens of Mason Square, Go Fresh Mobile Farmer's Market, Gardening the Community, Partners for a Healthier Community and Live Well Springfield.

"Live Well Springfield and the Just Foods movement are excited to have STCC join a network of community organizations working together to increase access to fresh, local, affordable fruits and vegetables in Springfield," said Kathy Wick, Community Health Projects Manager for Partners for a Healthier Community.

Cash, credit, debit, SNAP, WIC, and Elder coupons will be accepted by all participating vendors. Parking for customers is free of charge and is available on the STCC campus. For additional information about the farmers market, contact Roosevelt Charles at 413-755-4088.