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Sunlight beams into jars of honey at the downtown Corvallis farmers market, casting an amber glow on the early Wednesday morning. The tangy aroma of fresh-cut cilantro mingles with peppery arugula.

The Carrboro Town Commons buzzed with people on Saturday morning, moving from stall to stall of fresh produce, meat and dairy products and artisan goods. Live music played from the gazebo and children ...