's COVID-19 rules for farmers' markets could lead to greenhouses full of blooms going to waste. Rose Dykstra, owner of The Front Yard Flower Co. in Richmond, says it was never clear why non-food vendors were excluded from selling in farmers' markets. Rose Dykstra, owner of The Front Yard Flower Co. in Richmond, says it was never clear why non-food vendors were excluded from selling in farmers' markets. "The reason that food vendors are allowed is that farmers' markets are essential food and agriculture service providers," a spokesperson said. He believes buying items from an outdoor farmers' market is among the safest ways to shop.

Source: CBC News February 25, 2021 14:00 UTC