Lenoir County Farmer's Market update June 20, 2026

Local corn is here at the Lenoir County Farmers Market this Saturday. View in browser Saturday, June 20, 2026 Local Corn Is Here Shop the Lenoir County Farmers Market this Saturday for fresh local corn, summer produce, eggs, baked goods, handmade gifts, granola, pork skins, funnel cakes, and more. Lenoir County Farmers Market 100 N. Heritage Street, Kinston, NC Market hours: Tuesday and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Farmer's Market Updates for June 20 Local corn has arrived, and this Saturday's market will be full of summer favorites. Look for TC Smith Produce with corn and other seasonal produce, Julie Babbin in the Commercial Kitchen, Teri Johnson with handmade gifts and decor, B&B Eggs, Holy Granola, Gregory Farms, and the Pork Skin Man. Plan your market list and stop by from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. Follow the Market on Facebook Fresh This Week Local Corn Is Here Local Corn Sweet Summer Flavor at the Market Local corn is here at the Lenoir County Farmers Market. Pick up fresh corn for the weekend and enjoy one of summer's best local favorites. Vendor Lineup Saturday's Vendors Commercial Kitchen Julie Babbin Julie Babbin will be in the Commercial Kitchen this Saturday. Handmade Gifts and Decor Teri Johnson Find wreaths, jewelry, garden flags, home decor, shot glasses, and custom floral creations at the market. Eggs, Bread, and More B&B Eggs B&B has added Sapphire Gems and Sapphire Splash chickens to the existing flock. Once these beauties get into full gear, they will be laying large to extra-large eggs. B&B also has a special egg price going on now. While you are there, try a sample of her delicious banana nut bread. Fresh Produce TC Smith Produce TC Smith may or may not have strawberries, but they will have corn, hopefully white and yellow, plus plenty of seasonal favorites. Peaches Blueberries Cantaloupe Watermelon Squash and zucchini Onions Tomatoes String beans Sweet potatoes Red potatoes Round cabbage Sharp head cabbage Collards Jar items Seasoning meat Boiled peanuts Frozen collards Local Granola Holy Granola Holy Granola is delicious, all-natural, preservative-free, locally made granola. Stop by for a sample. A portion of sales goes to support youth programs at First Presbyterian Church. Greens and Produce Gregory Farms Gregory Farms will have greens and other produce available this Saturday. Pork Skins and Funnel Cake Pork Skin Man Stop by for pork skins and funnel cake at the market. Make Your Market List Look for local corn, peaches, blueberries, cantaloupe, watermelon, squash, zucchini, onions, tomatoes, string beans, sweet potatoes, red potatoes, cabbage, collards, jar items, seasoning meat, boiled peanuts, frozen collards, eggs, banana nut bread, granola, greens, handmade gifts, home decor, pork skins, and funnel cake. Community Spotlight Rotaract at the Market Community News Lenoir County Rotaract Members of Rotaract hung all of the red, white and blue lights at the market Tuesday night. We thank them for helping light up the market as we prepare to celebrate the Fourth of July and our country’s 250th birthday. Upcoming Event 4th of July 250th Celebration Save the Date 4th of July 250th Celebration Join us for the upcoming 4th of July 250th Celebration from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The farmers market will also be open from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hot dogs Grilled corn Meet the Bird Dawgs Apple pie Art, games, and food Upcoming News More Happening Around Town Market News Upcoming News Check this space for upcoming market flyers, announcements, and special events. Cooking with Tammy Kelly Cook Up All That Summer Squash Tammy Kelly Cook Up All That Summer Squash Squash is in abundance this time of year. These healthy vegetables seem to be less affected by a shortage of rain than some others. Squash is low in saturated fat, and very low in cholesterol and sodium. It is also a great source of thiamin, niacin and pantothenic acid, and a very good source of dietary fiber, protein, vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin B6, folate, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, copper and manganese. Who would have thought these great, easy-to-purchase fresh vegetables could pack such a punch? These recipes incorporate several other healthy vegetables too. Zucchini and Squash Casserole, Lightened Up Ingredients 2 lbs. summer squash zucchini and yellow squash, cut into 1/4-inch slices 2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil 1 1/4 teaspoons salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/3 cup Panko breadcrumbs 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cut yellow squash and zucchini into thin, 1/4-inch slices. Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon salt over the zucchini and squash slices. Let sit for 10 minutes and then dab to remove excess moisture with a paper towel. Spray a 9-inch square baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. Alternatively, overlap the zucchini and squash in a row. You should be able to form 4 rows. Drizzle olive oil over the zucchini and squash and then sprinkle with salt and pepper. In a small bowl combine Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, and garlic powder. Toss to combine and then sprinkle over the zucchini and squash. Cover baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove foil and turn heat to a high broil. Broil for an additional 5 to 7 minutes, or until breadcrumb topping starts to turn a golden brown. Serve immediately with fresh parsley and enjoy. Easy Summer Squash Rice Recipe Ingredients 1 cup long-grain white rice 2 cups vegetable broth or water 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 small yellow summer squash, diced 1 small zucchini, diced, optional 1 small red bell pepper, diced 1 clove garlic, minced 1/4 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, optional Directions Begin by rinsing the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This step removes excess starch, ensuring your rice will not be sticky. Once rinsed, drain the rice well. In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth, or water, to a boil. Add the rinsed rice, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Let it simmer for about 15 to 20 minutes until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Once cooked, remove it from heat and let it sit covered for an additional 5 minutes. While your rice is cooking, grab a large skillet and heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and saute for about 30 seconds until it becomes fragrant. Next, toss in the diced yellow squash, zucchini, and red bell pepper. Cook for about 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender but still crisp. Sprinkle in the salt, black pepper, and paprika to season the vegetables while they are cooking. Stir well to mix the spices into the veggies. Once the rice has rested, fluff it with a fork and add it to the skillet with the sauteed vegetables. Stir everything together well, allowing it to heat through for another 2 to 3 minutes. Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley. If you like, add the grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Squash Fritters Ingredients 2 cups yellow squash, finely chopped 1 cup onion, finely chopped 1 egg, beaten 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour Vegetable oil Directions In a large bowl, combine squash, onion, egg, salt and pepper. Mix well. Stir in flour. In a skillet, heat 1/2-inch oil over medium-high heat. Drop batter by tablespoonfuls into oil. Cook about 3 minutes per side or until golden brown, turning once. Drain croquettes on paper towels. Serve with a dipping sauce of your choice, such as a honey mustard sauce. Chilled Zucchini and Lime Soup This recipe is from Tennessee Home and Garden. I thought it was a unique way to serve zucchini or squash. Ingredients 1 small onion 3 medium zucchini 1 tablespoon canola oil 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 teaspoon curry powder 1/2 teaspoon lime zest 1/3 cup lime juice 1 cup plain Greek yogurt 1 1/2 cups chicken stock Directions Cut ends off zucchini and roughly chop, leaving on the skin. Roughly chop onion. Saute onion and zucchini in oil with red pepper flakes until softened and beginning to brown, about 10 to 12 minutes. Set aside to cool. When cool, place the onion and zucchini mixture in a food processor or blender, or use an immersion blender, with all other ingredients and puree until very smooth and a pretty, pale green. Garnish with large garlic croutons, if desired. Yellow Summer Squash Bread Ingredients 1 3/4 cups flour 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup canola oil 1/4 cup sour cream 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup brown sugar 2 eggs 1 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 1 1/2 cups grated squash, about 1 medium Cooking spray Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees and spray a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray. Grate the yellow squash. In a large bowl whisk the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda and salt until combined; set aside. Mix oil, sour cream, sugars, eggs, and vanilla together in a medium bowl. Stir in grated squash. Add squash mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not over-mix. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake about 1 hour, or until the top dries out and begins to crack, the loaf pulls away from the sides of the pan or a toothpick or cake tester comes out with only a few moist crumbs on it. Let bread cool in the pan on a wire rack for about 30 minutes, then take it out of the pan and cool completely. Serves 12. Tuesday Market Coming Tuesday, June 23 Tuesday Lineup Tuesday at the Farmers Market Will Brooks of Coachwhip Natural Produce will be at the market Tuesday with organically raised lettuce, collards, and broccoli. If you are wondering what Coachwhip means, just ask Will. TC Smith Produce will also be there with local corn and other seasonal vegetables, and Rodney Jarman, the Skin Man, with pork skins and rinds, fried peanuts, and mouth-watering funnel cakes. The market will be open from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. See You at the Market Bring your shopping bags, visit this week's vendors, and enjoy fresh local finds at the Lenoir County Farmers Market. Interested in being a vendor? Contact the Lenoir County Farmers Market today! Lenoir County Farmers Market 100 N. Heritage Street, Kinston, NC Facebook: Follow us   unsubscribe from this list | update subscription preferences | view email in browser