Beyond the farmers market: South Dakota group finds success with on-farm store

By Marie Flanagan, Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education
Aug 27, 2026
5 hrs ago

Farm Store 1.jpg — *Small scale farmers in the Sioux Falls area have found success outside the farmers' market with an on-farm store and connecting with consumers.*
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By Marie Flanagan, Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education

Grace Place Farm & Gardens in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, is proving that for small-scale producers, a well-placed farm store can be as helpful to the bottom line as a good farmers market.

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Farm Store 2.jpg — *In South Dakota, Grace Place Farm and Gardens has successfully opened an on-farm store to boost sales and build community.*
Photo courtesy of Mason Prescott

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