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HOT WHEELS Teddy Thompson plays atop a New Holland tractor on display during last year’s Manitoba Ag Days at the Keystone Centre in Brandon. (Tim Smith/The Brandon Sun files) Continued from Page A12 » Market will have ‘a few surprises, maybe mascot!’
“Markets like Produced on the Prairies also foster collaboration and encouragement among makers, which is huge in often-iso- lated work,” says Howard. Howard says the showcase is an import- ant platform for producers to forge real con- nections with customers and where visitors can see a variety of local work, including the “stories, values and labour behind each product.” For attendees’ convenience, the organizers have set up a system where market shoppers can purchase items and leave them safely with the vendor for pickup at the end of the day. Phillips says the Produced on the Prairies Market is a “don’t miss experience.” “You’re going to see some fun things this year — a few surprises, and maybe a mas- cot!” Find more information on Ag Days and the Produced on the Prairies Market at ag- days.com.
“Seeing the faces behind the labels gives that extra personalized perspective for any- one that might see these products in a retail store. This ultimately creates a lasting im- pression for both customers and producers and reinforces the thankfulness of support- ing local.” Brandon’s Shelby Howard, a purveyor of hand-built pottery, who runs Shelby Howard Pottery Company, is also back at the market this year. “What brings me back is the people and the sense of community. The Produced on the Prairies Market isn’t just about sell- ing — it’s about connecting. I enjoy talking with customers and other vendors who care about where their food and handmade piec- es come from, sharing the stories behind both my pottery and baking, and seeing fa- miliar faces return year after year,” Howard says. Another aspect of that connection is being in the market with other producers.
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