This October, we're highlighting our state's agricultural history, meet the farmers who grow the food that nourishes our community!

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market is excited to partner with Lewes 250 to present Farming to Feed Delaware, a FREE panel discussion on the past, present, and future of Delaware agriculture, centering on the crucial role of vegetable and fruit farming to feed people.

From the very beginning, Delaware's prime location has been a critical factor in the growth of its agricultural industry. Today, agriculture is one of the most successful sectors of the U.S. economy in terms of productivity growth, and a driving force behind Delaware's economy. Farming is still a family business in Delaware: About 90 percent of farms are either sole or family proprietorships or family-owned corporations. Just under 40 percent of the state's land is devoted to agricultural production, making it the predominant land use (Delaware Department of Agriculture).

Ticket reservations are to estimate the number of attendees. This is a FREE event.