Why Shop at a R.E.A.P. Farmers' Market?
- Locally grown and freshly harvested foods.
- Talk directly with the growers, learn about their methods and tips for preparation.
- Strengthen regional economy, money goes directly to the producer. No middleman.
- Protect the environment. Our farmers practice sustainability, working to merge ecologically and economically sound methods to preserve a healthy landscape for future generations.
What can I find there?
- Fresh, local fruits and vegetables
- Baked goods
- Maple products
- Honey
- Eggs
- Bedding plants
- Perennials
- Hanging baskets
- Cut flowers
- Cheese
- Jams and Jellies
- Garlic
- Herbs
- Bison, Poultry
- Hand made craft items such as
- Crochet and knitting
- Ceramics
- Wood working
- Candles
- Soaps
What is R.E.A.P.?
R.E.A.P. is an organization that brings together farmers, small scale food processors and local business for the purposes of:
- exchanging information
- providing a support network
- sharing successful projects and ideas
- managing markets for members to sell their products
- problem solving
- making new friends
In 1987 R.E.A.P. grew out of the need for interaction and peer support among rural entrepreneural participants in a Farming Alternatives workshop.
The Olean Farmers' Market was opened in May 1990. The following year the group expanded to Salamanca. Today the organization also has a market in Franklinville.
EBT and Debit card processing NOW AVAILABLE! The Olean Farmers Market continues to grow for you in many ways (pun intended!) and we continually listen to customers' requests. You've asked for it and now we can offer it: EBT and debit card processing will be accepted by many of the vendors to make your market purchases even easier and more convenient.