Malatian Markets

The Malatian Markets is the the name of the many farmers and artisans’ markets found all across the nation. They’re set up in the heart of small towns, sometimes in the outskirts of the large cities, or along trade routes. The smallest markets usually have around 3-5 families or farms selling at them, but the largest ones can have up to 20-30. In terms of frequency, every village and town has a different schedule, most being once a week or once a month. The markets in larger cities will often have a section of the city dedicated to the market so they can have vendors every day. Many consider it a privilege to become a regular part of the rotation in these large cities, and an even greater privilege to be in the rotation of the capital’s market, or even just to go for a day. The markets are also a wonderful chance for different people to meet and create new bonds. The vendors will often trade their own goods to one another and create agreements for trade in the future. The most common types of goods to find in the markets are meats, herbs, vegetables, fruits, various animal products, and cloth. The types of these items will vary depending on the region of the country and the families and farms attending. For instance, in an area with more livestock, you would find more meat, eggs, and dairy products, but in areas with more crops, you'd find vegetables, fruits, and even baked goods. Many families treat a trip to the market as a whole outing, buying goods for their meals and the occasional treat for the children. Many farms will form agreements at the markets, for example, a farm that grows grain might sell that grain to a baker so they can then make breads