Farmers Markets open for the season

“If you have ever wondered what it would be like to live in a world where the people truly cared about each other and each others' well being, find a local farmers market.”

Shopping at the Farmers Market is your gateway to participating in a strong local food system. It is a wholly unique experience where farmers and shoppers get to know each other, do business, and help each other. The majority of the money spent at markets, and the jobs that come with it, stay in the communities where the markets are located.

Spending money at farmers markets keeps your money in circulation within the local community, preserving and creating local jobs. Farmers Markets provide one of the only low-barrier entry points for new farmers, ranchers, food entrepreneurs and makers, allowing them to start small and test new products. Farmers Markets generate revenues that support the sustainability of family farms and the revitalization of rural communities.

“Each week our market display is the culmination of weeks, months, and years of work...We provide sustenance for our customers, our community, and they in turn provide the same for us.”

Locally grown produce sold at the farmers market is made available at the peak of freshness and nutrient content. Since the people who are selling the fruits and vegetables are directly involved in growing them, any questions you might have can be answered on the spot.

“Small farms and local cottage industries are some of the most amazing and inspiring enterprises in your community. Invest in them and you are investing in your future.”

In addition to the in season, local produce harvest you can also find delicious baked goods, farm fresh eggs, handmade items of all kinds, prepared foods and weekly surprises. It’s a joy to support friends and neighbors.

“Farmers markets are the dinner tables of healthy communities... where everyone can gather to exchange stories and laughter with the accompaniment of good food.”

Meeting friends and neighbors at the farmers market while shopping and supporting local businesses is just plain fun. Farmers Markets are hubs of connection and community resilience, creating a joyful space where everyone can thrive.

Grab your market basket and reusable shopping bags and come fill them at your local Farmers Market. The outdoor, summer markets are open for business. Here are locations in Southeast Iowa:

Fairfield Farmers Market, celebrating 50 years of fresh in 2025:

May-October

Saturdays, 8am-1pm, Howard Park, Court and Grimes

Wednesdays, 3-6pm, on the Fairfield Square

Washington Farmers Market:

May 15-October 9, 2025

Thursdays, 5-7:30 pm, on the Washington Square

Mt. Pleasant Farmers Market:

May 17-Oct 11, 2025

Wednesdays, 4-6pm

Saturdays 8:30-11am

McMillian Park Wright Family Pavilion

Quotations courtesy of Farmers Market Coalition website.

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