2026 Farmer’s Market
31 March
Damascus College hosted the 2026 Farmer’s Market on Thursday 12 March, providing Horticulture students with the opportunity to showcase both their produce and their learning.
As part of a Semester 1 assessment, students explored key concepts including marketing, budgeting and profit, applying this knowledge to develop and operate their own market stalls. Each product had been carefully propagated and nurtured over the preceding months, reflecting both planning and sustained effort.
A wide variety of goods were available, including Raspberry Rush jam, which proved particularly popular, alongside apple pastries, zucchini muffins and slices, fresh produce and a native plant stall supported by thoughtful research and presentation.
The after-school market created a vibrant atmosphere across the College, with students confidently engaging with customers and managing sales. Pricing decisions were student-led, requiring responsiveness and adaptability as demand shifted throughout the afternoon.
Families and members of the community attended in strong numbers, contributing to a sense of pride and connection around the event.
Funds raised will support the Horticulture Garden and contribute to the College’s current fundraising focus, Project Compassion.
The experience provided students with a practical and meaningful application of their learning, supporting the development of skills that extend beyond the classroom and into future pathways.
