Polk County Farms

06/23/2026

06/23/2026

06/22/2026

📣Attention Polk County NC residents!

📩We need YOUR input!

🎯Survey Deadline: June 30th. Today is June 22nd, which means YOU have 9 days to complete the survey(s).

🌱Complete one or both surveys to help us update our Farmland Protection Plan.

1️⃣Farmer & Producer Survey: If you are a farmer who produces food or agricultural goods (flowers, horses, etc.), please complete the producer survey.
Link: https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/a25c58ccff6b461d8679a5c4b2e66717?fbclid=IwY2xjawSiP2JleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFpU2RpcWhjMUJCVXZ1MFlNc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHnsI3xQ2tNNk83lO5hHcXXlUe_aZr0Hpbg0EHIPXaQJDPExlOf1AlU6Keqy7_aem_bpkvMo5BhyrdiJ5oN0aqfA

2️⃣Consumer Survey: If you consume any locally produced food and or agricultural goods, please complete the consumer survey. (this is EVERYONE)
Link: https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/6c902350200e49d1a73676efb6c96956?fbclid=IwY2xjawSiP2dleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFpU2RpcWhjMUJCVXZ1MFlNc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHsddkvqrD1uy8uv05Zjk7BPnzIY2ZPndVIHuqoB1g6g4aqgvgtmXuRd9go9__aem_HWeS8h7H6NwOgFKLxGaeWg

3️⃣If you do both, please complete BOTH surveys!

🐝Scan the QR code or click the link(s) to complete the survey(s). The survey should take only 10-15 minutes each to complete, and your responses will be kept confidential.

📝Paper copies of surveys are available upon request.

❓Questions? Email [email protected]

06/20/2026

💙Father's Day weekend is under way at the Columbus Farmers Market!

🌶️Free taste testing of Headwater Market Gardens' Grilled Chicken with Pop's Pepper & Honey Sauce.

🌽The corn is here just in time for July 4th along with lots of other seasonal produce.

🎶Live music and beautiful weather happening 8AM -12PM today!

06/19/2026

😋Father's Day Weekend at the Columbus Farmers Market!

🍯Taste Testing Reminder: we will be serving up Pop's Pepper & Honey Sauce served as a glaze on organic, locally raised chicken at our market as an extra special treat for Dads and any attendees to enjoy. Ingredeints for the recipe can be purchased at both our sister markets (Saluda Tailgate and Columbus Farmers Market) this weekend.

🐓Thank you Will with Headwaters Market Garden for providing and preparing chicken with our Pop’s Pepper & Honey Sauce for FREE taste testing this Father’s Day Weekend!

🌽Produce available this Saturday:
Strawberries
Cucumbers
Corn
Bluelake Pole Beans
Provider Bush beans
Cucumbers
Yellow Squash
Zucchini
Ball Squash
Cabbage
Onions
Potatoes
Blackberries
Blueberries
Raspberries

06/19/2026

😋Check out this produce coming to Saluda Tailgate Market Fridays 4-6 May - Oct.

✨Saluda Tailgate Market
🌱Friday, June 19th | 4PM - 6PM
📍214 E. Main St. Saluda, NC

06/19/2026

🌶️Happy Fathers Day Weekend!

🍋Fresh lemonade will be available for purchase with Gourmet Pop Creations for a taste of summer at the Saluda Tailgate Market today.

🍯Taste Testing Reminder: we will be serving up Pop's Pepper & Honey Sauce served on cream cheese and a cracker at our market for to give something for Dads and any attendees to enjoy. Ingredeints for the recipe can be purchased at both our sister markets (Saluda Tailgate and Columbus Farmers Market) this weekend.

✨Saluda Tailgate Market
🌱Friday, June 19th | 4PM - 6PM
📍214 E. Main St. Saluda, NC

06/19/2026

💐Vendor Highlight: Liz Queen, Let It Be Flowers

🌸Come out to the Saluda Tailgate Market today and meet Liz of Let It Be Flowers—her fresh-cut blooms and cheerful vintage VW display are sure to brighten your day. Treat yourself or someone special to a beautiful, locally grown bouquet and take a little joy home with you.

🌞As you stroll the market, take time to explore all our vendors offering fresh-picked produce, handcrafted goods, and a whole lot of local flavor every Friday.

✨Saluda Tailgate Market
🌱Friday, June 19th | 4PM - 6PM
📍214 E. Main St. Saluda, NC

06/18/2026

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