A farmers' market is a place where small farmers sell their goods - fruit, vegetables, cheese, eggs, meat, herbs and flowers - and home-baked products direct to the public. They are usually held outdoors and most oftentimes take place in public spaces, such as city squares and parking lots. Farmers' markets are held throughout the world and, in some communities, are the only places to buy groceries. Why shop at a farmers' market when you can buy food at a supermarket? The produce sold at a farmers' market is grown locally and is likely fresher than store bought products. What's more, a farmers' market is a great place to try local foods and discover which crops are grown in a particular area.