MANSFIELD — The Holy Trinity Farmers’ Market is in its 8th year of bringing quality, seasonal, local produce to the community.

The market is located in the west parking lot of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, on the corner of Cook Road and Lexington Avenue. The market takes place each Tuesday from 3 to 6 p.m. and continues through Sept. 12.

“Most of our farmers grow naturally. Ask and they will tell you,” said Cindy Shasky, manager of the market. “They are proud of what they do and love talking about the food they grow and pick fresh for your table that morning, or possibly the night before.”

Only produce and items which fall under the Cottage Rule guidelines from the Ohio Department of Agriculture are allowed at this market. All farmers and cottage food producers live within approximately 15 miles of this local market and grow, make or create everything sold. No crafts or auction produce allowed.

“Enjoy fresh produce at its peak freshness that offers health benefits which produce that travels across the country doesn’t have,” Shasky said. “Bring the kids and have them ask questions, look for and talk about vegetables maybe they haven’t seen before, and pick out something new they’d like to try.

“Not sure how to prepare a vegetable you see? Our farmers can help. You don’t find that kind of personal relationship at the supermarket.”

Produce currently available includes: lettuce, beans (green, roma, and wax), beets, blueberries, broccoli, cabbage, candy onions, cucumbers, eggplant, fresh herbs, garlic, green and yellow zucchini, kale, kohlrabi, peppers, micro greens, mushrooms, potatoes, patty pan and summer squash, and swiss chard.

“We hope to have corn, tomatoes, and peaches soon,” Shasky said. “Because we are truly local (15 miles), it takes a little longer to find those products at this market. But, it is worth the wait.

“We’ve also recently added frozen pork to the market.”

Cottage food products that may be found are fresh baked bread (white and whole wheat), cookies or bars, dip mixes, jam and jelly, maple syrup, shortbread and a wide variety of sweet breads.

“We are looking for chefs to volunteer time at one of our markets,” she said. “We’ll provide the produce for a cooking demonstration.”

There are no sales before 3 p.m. and not all items are available each week.