RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Local student farmers showcased their hard work at the Rutherford County Farmers Market with creativity and a strong dedication to sustainable agriculture. These young entrepreneurs from Arbor Learning Lab impressed both visitors and vendors with their passion for farming and their enthusiasm for engaging with the community, selling out on their very first day of produce.
Genevieve Hinnant, founder of the Arbor Learning Lab, said the first thing the students did was conduct interviews with the farmers...
After the students learned more about agriculture directly through those farmer interviews, they planted their own crops...
With an abundance of food grown by the students, Hinnant said it was time to take their produce to market...
At the market, their booth stood out not only because of the quality of their products but also because of their excitement in sharing the stories behind their farms and projects...
Many attendees expressed admiration for the students’ commitment to learning about food systems, sustainability, and small business management...
Their involvement highlights the importance of youth engagement in agriculture and the value of hands-on education...
As the market season continues with the Winter Farmer's Market (open every Friday from 8 AM to Noon), these student farmers are proving that the future of farming in Rutherford County is bright, sustainable, and full of promise... You can spot these students at the Rutherford County Farmers Market at 315 John R. Rice Blvd. in Murfreesboro, on Fridays from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., from November through May...
Photo Above the Article: Genevieve Hinnant, Brandi Alderson, Dhani Robinson, Peyton Robinson, Kimora Sharif, Palmer Jennings, Malik Sharif, John Howard, Damien Bandy, Grady Burnett
Note: The Winter/Spring Market will operate each Friday through April 2026, leading up to the opening day of the 2026 regular market season, which begins the second week of May. The market will be CLOSED on November 28th and December 26th following Thanksgiving and Christmas. Be a part of the great tasting and healthy fun at the Lane Agri-Park (315 John R. Rice Blvd, Murfreesboro, TN). Find more details on their Facebook page HERE.
