Quick Overview:
Markets Attending: Ravinia Farmers Market
Specialties: Organically-Grown
Product Group: Produce
Year Established: 1978
Ownership: Family-Owned
About:
What Is The Main Unique Offering?
For the last eight years, Ed Kugler has been a vendor selling the freshest organic produce, primarily apples, pears, zucchini, and sprouts. He also sells savory bakery goods and Brightonwood Orchard’s tart apple cider.
What Is The Background? How Did It All Begin?
Ed started his business in 1976 when he wanted to grow and eat organic sprouts. He was just learning about organic lifestyles during his college days, until he then realized that the idea to start his own business could be a truly worthwhile experience. That is why he is still working decades later selling and growing, still deciding what’s next to do.
How Would They Describe Personality/Character Of Their Business?
Ed’s Organic Garden is a bubbly, innovative, and feel-good business. Ed makes you feel like you have lived in the garden for years!
Why Do They Love Farmers Markets?
Ed loves farmers markets because they support the local economy. People get to know their merchants, where they want to financially support the businesses offering the freshest or newest products.