The end of an era is upon us with the Island Farmers Markets to close after 23 years.
The enterprise was set up to see if local growers could produce fare which Islanders wanted to buy.
As part of its outgoing legacy, the group recently donated more than three-thousand-pounds to the Rural Careers Fund to assist future farmers.
The weekly Newport and Ryde Markets were very busy, enabling the growth of brands now well known on the Island.
Several of the Famers Markets members have now opened successful farm shops, which continue to sell a range of local produce.
Mary Case, Farmers Market Chairman, said:
"The Farmers Markets have achieved what they set out to and the farm shops are the natural progression from the markets.
"The Island Farmers Markets committee considered the RIWAS Rural Careers Fund to be the most appropriate recipient for our residual funds, helping Island youngsters to progress their careers in the rural sector.”
Royal Isle of Wight Agricultural Society chairman, Danny Horne, added:
“We are grateful to the Island Farmers Markets for its support.
"It will allow us to support more young people as they progress their careers in the rural sector."
The RIWAS Rural Careers Fund offers financial support to people aged under 25.
The scheme is intended to add value to the Isle of Wight's farming and land-based industries by offering financial support to help young people gain relevant qualifications or skills.
Scholarships of up to £3,000 each are awarded annually. Applications are open until July 2023.
Bursary applications are considered throughout the year with awards typically of £200 each.
Further information and an application form can be found on the RIWAS website.
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