6 Great Farmers Markets to Visit

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By no means can we claim to know all of the best farmers markets in the country, but here are six great farmers markets that we say are worth a visit.  From San Francisco to Santa Fe to MKR’s favorite Atlanta spot (and a few in between), these local food systems all do a great job in efforts to develop long term sustainability and further meaningful community impact.  I’m a big fan of checking out the local markets while on a visit from out-of-town as well; it always shows a glimpse into local culture and fare and to me that’s one of the best takeaways from a place while traveling. As we share a handful of markets to add to your list above, we really would love to hear from you, and learn about your local farmers markets!  Any we need to check out asap?  Cheers, Kat

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FERRY PLAZA FARMER'S MARKET | SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA

FERRY PLAZA FARMER'S MARKET | SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA

THIS MARKET ALONG SAN FRANCISCO'S WATERFRONT BOASTS 85-ISH VENDORS AND GROWERS AND OFFERS BOUNTY FOR THE CITY'S TOP CHEFS. WHETHER YOU'RE MENU PLANNING OR JUST THERE TO POKE AROUND, PUT FERRY PLAZA FARMER'S MARKET ON THE TOP OF YOUR LIST. OPEN TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS AND SATURDAYS.

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SANTA FE FARMERS' MARKET | SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO

SANTA FE FARMERS' MARKET | SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO

NEXT UP ON YOUR LIST: SANTA FE FARMERS' MARKET. OPEN SATURDAYS AND TUESDAYS, THIS MARKET INCLUDES OVER 150 LOCAL VENDORS AND DOES NOT ALLOW ANY RESELLING. IT EVEN HAS AN EBT PAYMENT PROGRAM TO STRETCH YOUR DOLLAR EVEN FURTHER (SO GOOD).

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NASHVILLE FARMER'S MARKET | NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE

NASHVILLE FARMER'S MARKET | NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE

NASHVILLE'S MAIN FARMER'S MARKET OFFERS AN IMPRESSIVE SELECTION OF FRESH, LOCAL FOOD, PLANTS AND FLOWERS AND IS OPEN 7-DAYS PER WEEK. NOT TO MENTION, YOU CAN GRAB A BITE TO EAT AT ONE OF THE 16+ RESTAURANTS WHILE YOU'RE PICKING UP YOUR VEGGIES.

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GRANT PARK FARMERS MARKET | ATLANTA, GEORGIA

GRANT PARK FARMERS MARKET | ATLANTA, GEORGIA

ONE OF MKR'S FAVORITE SUNDAY RITUALS: VISITING THE GRANT PARK MARKET. WHILE SUPPORTING ORGANIC, LOCAL AND SUSTAINABLE FOODS IN GEORGIA, IT ADHERES STRICTLY TO OFFERING GOODS BY THE GROWERS THEMSELVES, AND IS AN OPEN-AIR MARKET. [INSERT SELF EATING A SWEET GEORGIA PEACH HERE.]

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UNIVERSITY DISTRICT FARMER'S MARKET, SEATTLE, WASHINGTON

UNIVERSITY DISTRICT FARMER'S MARKET, SEATTLE, WASHINGTON

SOME 60-ODD GROWERS COME TO U-DISTRICT FARMER'S MARKET IN SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, TO BRING YOU ONE OF THE MOST POPULAR FARMERS MARKETS IN THE COUNTRY. WE'VE HEARD THAT EVERYTHING GROWS BETTER IN WASHINGTON, AND FROM THE SOUND OF THIS ABUNDANT FARMER'S MARKET, IT'S TRUE.

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NAPA FARMER'S MARKET | NAPA, CALIFORNIA

NAPA FARMER'S MARKET | NAPA, CALIFORNIA

A TRUE COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE, NAPA FARMER'S MARKET IS JUST THE RIGHT SIZE AND SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS AND ARTISANS BY SELLING LOCAL CROPS AND GOODS. THIS MARKET IS WORTH A VISIT IN BETWEEN WINE TASTINGS.

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