Are farmers markets only open in the summer?
Peak harvest season is usually peak market season, and some markets are only open in the prime summer months. As of 2008, fewer than 20% of all farmers markets are open year-round, and the average seasonal farmers market in the U.S. was open for four and a half months of the year. However, you can expect to see more markets open for business in late spring through early fall, as markets aim to provide customers with products for more months of the year. Many markets are expanding their seasons through the winter or even all year round with things like meat, eggs, dairy, bread and other products that are available fresh all year long. Even in colder climates, farmers are implementing a variety of season extension techniques that can protect crops from frosts and allow them to provide you with quality fresh produce for more weeks of the year. You can learn more about what is seasonally available in your community here.
