Richland Student Farms

08/19/2026

08/19/2026

At the market today you can visit the Decatur Public Library booth to learn about different types of corn, pick up a craft kit and sign up for a library card!

08/19/2026

Looking forward to our next market on Wed., 8/19/26 @ Richland Community College with Richland Student Farms and other great vendors! Here is a list of items that will be available, including items for fall, the holidays, gift ideas, and school and team colors/spirit items. :)

08/17/2026

While you're at the Farmers Market next Wednesday, take the opportunity to learn more/ask your own questions about urban gardening!

Tours of Richland's Urban Garden Project will be offered on the half hour and as requested. Dave Shiley, Outreach Coordinator for Agricultural Programs, will share info and answer your questions about:
- Square foot gardening
- Grow bag production of Ginger
- Vertical gardening
- Composting techniques
- Drip irrigation system
- When to harvest and produce food safety
- W**d, insect and disease management

The Farmers Market will go from 3 PM - 7 PM on August 19th at Richland's Michael D. Andreas Agriculture Building. Don't miss this chance to ask all of your gardening questions!

08/17/2026

We are excited to welcome a great lineup of local vendors offering fresh produce, baked goods, plants, handmade products, and more. Wednesday, August 19th, from 3:00–7:00 PM at the Michael D. Andreas Agriculture Building on the Richland Community College campus. Vendors will be located both inside and outside the building, we'll be open rain or shine.

Market Highlights:
• Local vendors and growers
• LINK/EBT accepted (we have LINK MATCH)
• WIC and Senior coupons accepted
• Indoor and outdoor shopping
• Richland’s Food Truck, Bistro To Go
• KIDS ACTIVITIES : Ladybug Mountain, Illinois Master Naturalists and Gardeners, Richland Fitness Center

Vendor Line-up:
>Zeaman Farms – tomatoes, watermelon, mixed peppers, sweet corn, okra, green beans, potatoes, garlic, onions, eggplants
>Prairie View Farm Oakley, IL – roma tomatoes, cucumbers, and mammoth jalapenos (hot), fresh pies, muffins, cookies, breads, honey, jams and salsas.
>MMWC Homestead & Rabbitry – award winning blueberry muffins, sourdough breads and pretzels, yeast breads, choc. chip cookies, and more.
>Jo & Co Bakery – gourmet cookies, brownies and cake slices
>RockWell Coffee Company – flavored coffees, teas, and lemonades
>Alexander's Primetime Seasonings & Rubs – seasonings and rubs, granola and trail mix, chicken and fish batter
>Natural Products by Karin 2 – tallow balm, magnesium cream and spray, aromatherapy rollers, lotion, body scrubs, lip balm and soap
> Bead-It-Blooms - beaded flowers and succulents, beaded bookmarks, beaded bouquet keychains, bouquet magnets, and pokemon keychains
>AWW Creations – 100% cotton crochet cloths, coasters, scrubbies, keychains, cozies, gifts sets and more.
>Happy Heart Creations by Sheryl – hand painted rocks
>Betty Rhoades Crochet – stuffies, hand towels, dish cloths, scrubbies.
>For Your Home Crafts – sewn kitchen items, bowl cozies, jar openers, trivets, hot pads, crochet items
>Linda Latham – oyster shell crosses, shell crafts, decoupage
>Richland Student Farms – hanging baskets, tomato plants, herbs, flowers and houseplants.
*Disclaimer, vendor attendance is subject to change*

We invite you to bring your family and friends, support local businesses, and enjoy a fun afternoon at the market. See you on Aug 19th!

08/17/2026

🥖🥨 MMWC HOMESTEAD BAKERY IS HEADED BACK TO THE FARMERS MARKET! 🥨🥖

Come see us at the Richland Community College Farmers Market!

📅 August 19th
⏰ 3pm-7pm

We’re bringing a table FULL of fresh-baked favorites — and yes, the Bavarian Pretzels are coming! 🤤🥨

🍞 SOURDOUGH
• Plain Sourdough
• Jalapeño Cheddar Sourdough
• Italian Herb & Cheese Sourdough
• Limited Focaccia

🥖 YEAST BREADS
• Yeast Sandwich Bread
• Jalapeño Cheddar Yeast Bread
• Italian Herb & Cheese Yeast Bread
• Cinnamon Swirl Yeast Bread

🥨 PRETZELS
• Bavarian Pretzels — BEST SELLER! ⭐
• LIMITED Pretzel hamburger/sandwich Buns

🫐🍪 SWEET TREATS
• Blueberry Muffins
• Chocolate Chip Cookies

⚠️ Focaccia and Pretzel hamburger/sandwich Buns will be LIMITED, so come early if you want to snag some!

Come shop local, grab some fresh bread, and stock up on your MMWC favorites. ❤️

📍 Richland Community College Farmers Market
📅 August 19th | 3pm-7pm

08/06/2026

07/15/2026

Garden Tour & Gardening Q&A at the Farmers Market! Join Richland Community College's own Soils Instructor, Dave Shiley, for a guided tour of our Urban Agriculture Plots at the 30 min mark (3:30, 4:30, 5:30, and 6:30). Dave will share what's growing, discuss sustainable gardening practices, and answer your gardening questions during an informal Garden Q&A.