The Story of Sowing Growth

The seeds of Sowing Growth and the Eastern Ingham Farmers Market in Williamston, Michigan began with the Williamston Farmers Market operated initially by the Downtown Development Authority and then by the City of Williamston.

When the 501c(3) nonprofit Sowing Growth was incorporated in April of 2018 and assumed operation of the Williamston Farmers Market, the Market had grown from the original 8 vendors to annual pool of 50 seasonal/daily vendors. While the location of the Market has remained in Williamston, it was renamed “Eastern Ingham Farmers Market” to intentionally reflect Sowing Growth’s expanded mission and vision for the Market.

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Sowing Growth’s Mission

To create venues and opportunities for community members and visitors within a 75 mile radius of Williamston to learn about:

  • Nutritional, dietary and ecological benefits to individuals, the community and the environment of using locally grown fresh and/or prepared food and other products
  • Methods of identifying, growing, comparing, acquiring, handling, and using locally grown fresh and/or prepared food

Sowing Growth’s Vision

To meet the community’s need for healthy fresh food and “food for the soul” through inviting educational opportunities that convey food production from farm to table and artisan production from inspiration to expression.