Organic farmers markets are back and thriving in Chicago

Dozens of summer farmers markets are returning to Chicago and the suburbs this week, just in time for warmer weather.

Farmers markets
Shoppers going to market will find more than seasonal produce this year. Many markets in the city and suburbs plan to offer live entertainment, artist booths and activities for children. Cassie Walker Burke, Justine Tobiasz / AP Images / WBEZ
Farmers markets
Shoppers going to market will find more than seasonal produce this year. Many markets in the city and suburbs plan to offer live entertainment, artist booths and activities for children. Cassie Walker Burke, Justine Tobiasz / AP Images / WBEZ

Organic farmers markets are back and thriving in Chicago

Dozens of summer farmers markets are returning to Chicago and the suburbs this week, just in time for warmer weather.

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Pull out your favorite sunglasses and reusable bags — Chicago-area farmers markets are opening this week.Reset learns why organic farmers are having an especially good year, and hears one market’s plans for the season.

GUESTS: Kerry Cardoza, Chicago-based journalist

Emily Cross, farmers market manager of the 61st Street Farmers Market