Sustainability in the Market
2026 marks our 5th year of making changes to be a more sustainable farmers market. Our goal is to be a "Zero Waste" market. The challenges we face are limited recycling and compost options in the Colorado Springs area and we are actively seeking companies willing to partner with us to be more sustainable. We look forward to our community and vendor family joining us on this journey by showing their support as we work together in becoming a leader in sustainability within the farmers market community and an educational hub for all our fellow citizens of Colorado Springs.
To further our Zero Waste Goals, we will not be using or selling these items in the Backyard Markets this year:
Plastic Sample Cups (2023)
Plastic Packaging/Wrap (2023)
Styrofoam (2023)
Plastic grocery bags (2022) - We encourage all our patrons to bring their reusable bags when they shop with us!
Plastic straws(2022)
Plastic water bottles (2022) - We have set up a water refill station at the Manager Booth and throughout the market -- bring your reusable water bottles/tumblers and refill for free!
Look for this Sign at both of our Markets!
Compost & Recycling
We strive to help educate our community on ways they can be more sustainable.