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Eating local foods might be new to you, but it has become a popular trend over the past several years. Consumers cite taste, cost, decreased transportation and being able to "know their farmer" as benefits for choosing local produce. Many grocery stores and supermarkets are adding local produce to their offerings. But one of the best places to explore seasonal, local foods is at a farmers market.

Figuring out the farmers market can be intimidating, however. Not sure what fiddlehead ferns are? Or how to choose among five different kinds of squash? Use these tips to navigate the farmers market with ease � and have fun while you're shopping, too.