Fresno - Monterey area of California Farmer's Markets, Farm Stands, Roadside Stands and Other Fresh Local Produce Markets

Looking for a local, true farmer's market in Fresno - Monterey area of California?  Scroll down this page for a list of farmer's markets, farm stands, roadside stands, even garden fruit and vegetable stands and seasonal community farmer's markets in Fresno - Monterey area of California, sorted by county. Large or small, if it's real and local, we'll list it. Markets offering organic or sustainably grown produce are identified by the words "organic" and/or "sustainable" in Green, next to their name. If they have a website, the name will be in blue and underlined; click on it and it will open their website.

And if you know of one I missed and want to add it or correct the information, please let me know!  

Crops in season in May 2012, and other timely information:

May brings with it Spring and the ability to buy locally, especially in the deep South where fresh strawberries are available in Florida and Texas, followed by California. Cold weather crops, like spinach, some lettuces, peas, kale, Brussels sprouts, broccoli, cauliflower, leeks and early onions being harvested in all but the colder regions. Many markets still have fresh winter squash, stored from last Autumn.

Farmer's Market Listings

A true farmer's market is one where more than one farmer shows up with his bulk produce to sell direct to the consumer!  They're rare these days and many grocery stores (like Harry's and Whole Foods) are labeling themselves as "farmer's markets" and simply masquerading!)  Here's the real list of farmer's markets in Fresno - Monterey area of California. And if you know of one I missed and want to add it or correct the information, please let me know!    

Fresno County

  • Huebert Farms - Pre-harvested Peaches, nectarines, plums.
    21570 E Lincoln Ave, Reedley, CA, 93654. Phone: 559-638-5650. Phone: 559-638-4740. Email: peggyhuebert@gmail.com. Open: May 15 - September 15. Directions: From Hwy 99 take Manning Ave Exit. Go East through Reedley. Turn left on Alta Ave. Take a left when the road T's into American Ave. We are the first packing house on left. Alta is the main road taken by buses to go up to Kings Canyon Park. We are one-eight of a mile off the route. We operate a fruit stand from May thru Sept. Featuring peaches, plums, nectarines (UPDATED: October 14, 2008)

Inyo

Kings

Madera County

  • Sumner Peck Ranch Fruit Stands and Farms - Minimizes chemical and pesticide use, Wide variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables, Wide variety of seasonal, locally grown fruits and vegetables, Wide variety of seasonal, fruits and vegetables (some locally grown), Indoor market, Baked goods, Preserves, jams, jellies, apples, asparagus, apricots, beets, blackberries, blueberries, boysenberries, broad beans, broccoli, carrots, cherries, chestnuts, corn (sweet), cotton, cranberries, cucumbers, eggplant, grapes, grapefruit, herbs/spices, lemons, melons, onions, oranges, other berries, other citrus, pears, peas, peaches, pecans , peppers, persimmons, plums, pumpkins, raspberries (red), raspberries (Autumn, black), summer squash, tangerines, winter squash, strawberries, tomatoes, other vegetables, walnuts, Honey from hives on the farm
    14860 Highway 41, Madera, CA 93636. Phone: 559-822-3301. Alternate Phone: 559-355-8669. Email: sprfruitstand@gmail.com. Open: 7 days a weeks from 7 am to 7 pm. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. We minimize use of pesticides and other chemicals. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. (UPDATED: November 29, 2009)

Mariposa

Merced

Monterey

San Benito

Tulare County

  • Berry Lady Farm Store - Wide variety of seasonal, locally grown fruits and vegetables, blackberries, blueberries, boysenberries, gift shop, restrooms, picnic area, school tours
    39771 Road 28, Kingsburg, CA 93631. Phone: 559-897-0963. Alternate Phone: 559-897-4605. Email: p.willems@sbcglobal.net. Open: Harvest season is early May to Mid July Farm store open Monday to Saturday, 9am to 6pm, Closed Sundays. Directions: Take the Freeway 99 to the Sierra Street exit in Kingsburg. Turn east and follow this street thru Kingsburg. It becomes Avenue 400 in the country. One mile east of town, turn south on Road 28. Look for the large blue metal building and the Berry Lady signs. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. Come to our small family farm and learn the story of berries from farm to fork. Our quaint farm store features not only fresh berries, but the chance to learn more about the history of agriculture in California. We love to talk with our visitors about the nutritional benefits of berries for all ages. Free recipes and preserving information are available. We are only one mile from the Kingsburg Swedish Village. We offer fresh picked berries, dried blueberries and home made jams and jellies. (ADDED: April 08, 2010)