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Looking for a local, true farmer's market in Southern Maine and Portland? Scroll down this page and you will see the farm markets, farm stands, roadside stands, produce markets, even garden fruit and vegetable stands and seasonal community farmer's markets in Southern Maine and Portland, sorted by county. 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.

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What's in season in October 2024, and other timely information:

October brings with it cold weather winter crops, like kale, spinach, some lettuces, peas, kale, Brussels sprouts, broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, leeks and early onions, and from southern areas, like Florida and southern Texas, strawberries, oranges, sumatras, grapefruit.

Southern Maine and Portland Farmer's Market Listings in 2024, by county

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Cumberland County

• Alewive's Brook Farm - Minimizes chemical and pesticide use, Wide variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables, all produce is sustainably grown, Indoor market, Fresh local eggs, Turkeys, Fresh eggs
  83 Old Ocean House Rd, Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107. Phone: 207-799-7743. Email: [email protected]. Open: everyday but Christmas from 9:00 am to Sundown. Directions: From the north or south, follow Route 77. Click here for a map and directions. We minimize use of pesticides and other chemicals. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover. Click here for our Facebook page. We also have lobster tanks in our Farm Stand, as we are a lobstering farm family. (UPDATED: July 07, 2010)
• Cumberland Farmers Market - Farmers market (multiple stalls or vendors), Wide variety of seasonal, locally grown fruits and vegetables, some produce is certified organically grown, some produce is grown using IPM (integrated pest management), all produce is sustainably grown, Uncovered outdoor market, Fresh local eggs, Baked goods, Preserves, jams, jellies, Crafts, artistic products, etc, restrooms
  290 Tuttle Road, Cumberland, ME 04021. Phone: (207) 417-7097. Email: [email protected]. Open: The 2019 season is May 11 through October 26 each Saturday from 10:00am to 1:00pm rain or shine. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. Click here for our Facebook page. Quality Maine goods and fun for everyone! Over 20 vendors sell seedlings (in-season), plants, flowers, produce, meats, organic food, fruits, local honey, teas, tinctures, spices, snacks, baked goods, specialty foods, jams, chutneys, cured meats, seafood, crafts, soaps, etc. Check them out. (ADDED: March 22, 2019)
• Falmouth Farmers Market - Farmers market (multiple stalls or vendors), Wide variety of seasonal, locally grown fruits and vegetables, some produce is certified organically grown, some produce is grown using IPM (integrated pest management), all produce is sustainably grown, Uncovered outdoor market, Fresh local eggs, Baked goods, Preserves, jams, jellies, Crafts, artistic products, etc, porta-potties, picnic area
  22 Hat Trick Drive, Falmouth, ME 04105. Phone: (207) 417-7097. Email: [email protected]. Open: The 2019 season runs May 15 through October 30 each Wednesday from 10:00am to 2:00pm rain or shine. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. Click here for our Facebook page. Quality Maine goods and fun for everyone! Over 20 vendors sell seedlings (in-season), plants, flowers, produce, meats, organic food, fruits, local honey, teas, tinctures, spices, snacks, baked goods, specialty foods, jams, chutneys, cured meats, seafood, crafts, soaps, etc. Check them out. (ADDED: March 22, 2019)
• Jordan's Farm (William H. Jordan Farm) - Wide variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables, strawberries and flowers
  21 Wells Road, Cape Elizabeth, Maine. Phone: 207-799-1040. Email [email protected]. Open: late June through mid-July, Monday to Saturday, 7 am to 7 p.m. Pick-your-own strawberries and flowers on this family-owned farm, operated by Bill Jordan for over 50 years. Experience the tradition of picking in our fields overlooking the Spurwink River. Call our information line 767-3488 in season. We have a broad enough selection of Maine products that they can leave the farm stand with a meal. Juicy strawberries, sweet corn, tomatoes, crisp lettuce and greens, fall squashes and green beans are among our customer's favorites. A full service butcher shop focusing on grass fed beef and pasture products such as pork, chicken and lamb. Jordan's Farm supplies and sources vegetables and fruits and then we round it out with dairy cheeses, eggs and otehr grocery products from Maine. Fresh Meat ~ Poultry ~ Fresh Produce ~ Dairy ~ Wine ~ Cheeses ~ and the best sausage in town!(UPDATED: September 9, 2017, JBS) (UPDATED: May 05, 2015, JBS) (UPDATED: June 24, 2009)
• Orchard Hill Farm - Wide variety of seasonal, locally grown fruits and vegetables, Indoor market, Baked goods, Preserves, jams, jellies, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, school tours
  36 Orchard Rd, Cumberland, ME 04021. Phone: 207-829-3581. Email: [email protected]. Open: weekends from 9 am to 5pm, September - December; Our gift shop is open seven days; Enjoy horse and buggy rides; Handicap accessible. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. weekends from 9 to 5pm, September - December; Our gift shop is open seven days; Enjoy horse and buggy rides; Handicap accessible. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover. (ADDED: July 26, 2010)
• Orchard Ridge Farm - Farm stand / farm market on a farm, all produce is sustainably grown, all produce is grown using IPM (integrated pest management), Indoor market, Fresh local eggs, Baked goods, Preserves, jams, jellies, Crafts, artistic products, etc, apples, winter squash, Fresh eggs, concessions / refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours, group reservations
  236 Sebago Lake Road, Gorham, ME 04038. Phone: (207) 712-1433. Alternate Phone: (207) 239-0442. Email: [email protected]. Open: see our website for current hours. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Market updates: Click here for updates. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Blueberry season is typically: July 15 to September 7 Apple season is typically: August 5 to October 31 Asian Pear season is typically: August 20 to September 30 European Pear season is typically: September 10 to September 30. We use integrated pest management practices (IPM). Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. Click here for our Facebook page. During the U-Pick season, we host special tastings and demonstration events. We make our own NY style pizza featuring local ingredients, and we offer a wide selection of local foods in our farm market. Goat feeding and a variety of farm animals are always available. A public-access walking trail (the Mountain Division Trail) intersects our farm and adds an adventurous addition to your farm visit. We proudly sell locally custom grown Rocambole garlic 'Elmer's Topset', the most robust and richly flavored variety we know: avaliable August until sold out each year. (UPDATED: July 17, 2018) (ADDED: June 10, 2015)
• Pine Ridge Acres - Uses natural growing practices, Farm stand / farm market on a farm, Indoor market, Fresh local eggs, Preserves, jams, jellies, Crafts, artistic products, etc, Turkeys, Fresh eggs, farm animals
  40 Winn Road, Cumberland, ME 04021. Phone: (207) 749-5327. Email: [email protected]. Open: store is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on the honor system. Directions: From I-295, take Exit 10 (Falmouth) and head north on Route 9. When you cross the railroad, turn left onto Cross Road. You're there! From I-95, take Exit 53 (West Falmouth) and turn north on Route 100. Turn right onto Winn Road at the second light, and head straight to Cumberland. You're there. Click here for a map and directions. We use natural practices, but are not seeking organic certification. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, AmEx, Venmo. Click here for our Facebook page.   Our farm stand sell local meat, dairy, and dry goods including honey from other businesses, but not our own honey.  (UPDATED: April 24, 2024 )  (UPDATED: September 18, 2022)
• Plowshares Community Farm - Minimizes chemical and pesticide use, Farm stand / farm market on a farm, Wide variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables, Wide variety of seasonal, locally grown fruits and vegetables, some produce is grown using IPM (integrated pest management), Indoor market, Covered outdoor market, Fresh local eggs, Baked goods, Preserves, jams, jellies, Crafts, artistic products, etc, Honey from hives on the farm, Fresh eggs, gift shop, concessions / refreshment stand, porta-potties, picnic area, picnic area (bring your own food), farm animals, school tours
  236 Sebago Lake Road, Gorham, ME 04038. Phone: 207-239-0442. Email: [email protected]. Open: See our website for current hours:Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Market updates: Click here for updates. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. For a map to our farm, click here. We minimize use of pesticides and other chemicals. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. Click here for our Facebook page. (UPDATED: September 16, 2014) (ADDED: February 10, 2014)
• Steep Falls Farmers' Market - Farmers market (multiple stalls or vendors), Wide variety of seasonal, locally grown fruits and vegetables, some produce is certified organically grown, all produce is sustainably grown, Fresh local eggs, Baked goods, Crafts, artistic products, etc, apples, beans, beets, blackberries, blueberries, broccoli, carrots, corn (sweet), cucumbers, eggplant, flowers, herbs/spices, melons, onions, peas, peaches, peppers, pumpkins, raspberries (red), rhubarb, summer squash, winter squash, strawberries, tomatoes,
  Gazebo Village Park, Steep Falls, ME 04085. Phone: 207-675-3410. Email: [email protected]. Open: Saturdays, 9 am to 2 pm, May thru October. Directions: at the corner of Rte. 11 and 113 in Steep Falls, Maine. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. Click here for our Facebook page. wild edibles natural beef and pork wool fiber products nutritional desserts and snacks. (ADDED: June 01, 2014)
• Sweet Relief Farm - Farm stand / farm market on a farm, Wide variety of seasonal, locally grown fruits and vegetables, all produce is certified organically grown, Fresh local eggs, Crafts, artistic products, etc, beans, beets, broccoli, carrots, cucumbers, eggplant, flowers, herbs/spices, melons, onions, peas, peppers, pumpkins, rhubarb, summer squash, winter squash, tomatoes, other vegetables,
  33 Florence Lane, Steep Falls, ME 04085. Phone: 207-675-3410. Email: [email protected]. Open: Tuesdays for produce, 3 pm to 6 pm, June through October and Sunday through Thursday for seedlings, 9 am to 5 pm, May and June. Directions: off Rte. 113 next to Manchester Road in Steep Falls, Maine. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. Click here for our Facebook page. dye plants shiitake mushrooms. (ADDED: June 01, 2014)
• Sweetser's Apple Barrel and Orchards - apples, farm market, U-pick and already-picked, maple syrup
  19 Blanchard Road, Cumberland, ME 04021. Phone: 207-829-6599. Email: [email protected]. Open: from 11 am to 6 pm, daily. Currently we grow 50 different varieties of fresh apples. We are able to supply you with fresh, hand-picked apples from mid August to early December. We have every type of apple you can imagine, from red to green to yellow, and every flavor of apple, from the sweet Honeycrisp, to the tart McIntosh, and scrumptious Golden Delicious to the bitter Duchess. We have both cooking and eating apples, and our helpful and knowledgeable staff will help you find an apple that perfectly suits your taste. In addition to Apples, we offer select vegetables, cut flowers, Maple Syrup, Honey, Cheese,Crisp Mix, Apple Cider, Apple Butter, Fresh Baked Pies, Pastries, and Bread. (ADDED: October 1, 2018, JBS)
• Wolfe's Neck Farm - Uses natural growing practices, Farm stand / farm market on a farm, Wide variety of seasonal, locally grown fruits and vegetables, all produce is sustainably grown, Fresh local eggs, Turkeys, Fresh eggs, porta-potties, restrooms, picnic area, face painting, farm animals, birthday parties, weddings and wedding parties, school tours
  184 Burnett Road, Freeport, ME 04032. Phone: 207-865-4469. Alternate Phone: 207-865-9307. Email: [email protected]. Open: to the public every day from dawn to dusk. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Pumpkin Hayrides operate Saturdays and Sundays in October from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm; Fall Festival on Saturday, October 12th. We use natural practices, but are not seeking organic certification. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa/MasterCard, Discover. Click here for our Facebook page. 626 acre oceanfront nonprofit farm and campground on 4 miles of Casco Bay shoreline just 5 miles from downtown Freeport and 30 minutes from Portland. Open free to the public every day. Educational programming includes a Summer Day Camp, Teen Ag Program, Field Trips and Farm School. Summertime activities include: oceanfront camping, kayak and bicycle rentals, hiking and weekend tours. Fall activities include: pumpkin hayrides and an annual Fall Festival. (ADDED: October 07, 2013)

York County

• Christmas Farm - Covered outdoor market, Fresh local eggs, Preserves, jams, jellies, apples, beans, beets, blackberries, carrots, cucumbers, eggplant, herbs/spices, rhubarb, summer squash, winter squash, strawberries, Fresh eggs, gift shop, picnic area, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours
  314 Line Road, Buxton, ME 04093. Phone: 207-400-9206. Email: [email protected]. Open: Our farm stand opens in June and will close late October;We re - open in November selling christmas wreaths etc. Directions: take route 25 through Gorham towards Standish.At the blinking light intersection at (Ossippee Motor Sales)take a left onto Dingley Springs Road.go to the end of this road.Take a right onto Line road and go 3/10 of a mile to the top of the hill.Look for the red barn on the left. Click here for a map and directions. We are a participating farm for Open Farm Days, but we are open for farm tours year round; Our farm Store is open by appointment anytime; We offer Red Maple Alpaca wear, Alpaca yarn, farm dried herbs, vinegars and oils, primitives and antiques; We offer pick your own Blackberries in August until the season ends(usually 3 weeks);We will also be selling Christmas Wreaths, Kissing Balls, Swags from Thanksgiving weekend until December 23; special orders taken upon request; Our children's Easter Egg Hunt will be on Easter Sunday 8:00 am; children are encouraged to dress up! You will need to call and reserve your child's spot as we limit to 50 children. Payment: Cash, Check. (ADDED: August 20, 2010)
• Eden Acres Family Farm (formerly Raven Hill Orchard) - Certified Organic, apples, already picked, porta-potties, farm animals, school tours, group reservations
  255 Ossipee Hill Road, East Waterboro, ME 04030. Phone: 207-808-0760. Email: [email protected]. Open: Friday to Sunday, from 9 am to 5 pm, beginning late August through November. Directions: From Route 5 and Highway 95: go West on Route 5 for 15 miles to the stoplight at Townhouse Road Turn left, and veer slightly right and straight ahead on to Ossipee Hill Road for 1.2 miles. We are on the right side. Click here for a map and directions. We are certified organic for all crops! Payment: Cash, only. Click here for our Facebook page. Early Organic Apples (Lodi, Williams Pride, Paulared) beginning in late August. Early to mid-September brings McIntosh and Courtland. Late September Macoun. October, Red and Golden Delicious and Baldwin. 30+ Heirloom varieties with different ripening times throughout the season. We no longer have PYO, but Pre-picked ripe apple varieties are available at the farm store. (UPDATED: October 11, 2015) (UPDATED: August 01, 2015)
• Harecrest Acres - Roadside stand, Fresh local eggs, Honey from hives on the farm, Fresh eggs
  36 Meetinghouse Road, Biddeford, ME 04005. Phone: 207-283-8518. Email: [email protected]. Open: daytime. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. (ADDED: November 23, 2015)
• Harris Farm - Wide variety of seasonal, locally grown fruits and vegetables, Maple Syrup from trees on the farm
  280 Buzzell Rd, Dayton, ME 04005. Phone: 207 499-2472. Alternate Phone: 207 710-1540. Email: [email protected]. Open: Daily 9 am to 6. Directions: Buzzell Road is located off from Rt#35, just south of the intersection of Rt#5 & #35 in Dayton. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover. Click here for our Facebook page. (UPDATED: September 25, 2012)
• Kelly Orchards - Minimizes chemical and pesticide use, apples, blueberries, pumpkins, raspberries (Autumn, red), prepicked produce, farm market, picnic area, school tours, wholesale
  82 Sanborn Road, Acton, ME 04001. Phone: 207-636-1601. Email: [email protected]. Open: Daily, Mid - August through Thanksgiving, 10am to 5pm. Directions: Route 109 to Sanborn Road, Acton, ME. Crops are usually available in August, September, October. We minimize use of pesticides and other chemicals. Payment: Cash, Check. Click here for a link to our Facebook page. Call ahead to find out what's available. PYO apples including Gala, Macoun, Jonagold, Cortlands, Macs and Northern Spy. Also, pumpkins. And pre-picked in the farm stand. Typical harvest dates are: Jerseymac in Mid-August, Paulared in Late August - Early Sept., Sunrise in Late August, Gingergold in Late August, Gala in Early September, McIntosh in September - October, Honeycrisp in Mid-September, Cortland in September - November, Macoun in Late September - November, Jonagold in Late September - November, Red Delicious in October - November, Spencer in Mid-October - November, Golden Delicious in Early October - November, Northern Spy in Early October - November, Mutsu/Crispin in October - November, Crabapples in Early September, Lady Apples in Mid-October, Peaches in Early August - Late Sept., Blueberries in Mid-July - Mid-August, Raspberries in Mid-August - Frost, Pumpkins in Mid-September - October, Fall Squash in Late September - October. We now offer some antique and heritage varieties on a limited basis. We raise apples, peaches, plums, pears, blueberries, pumpkins and fall squash. We also provide the apples for After Harvest Cider Company, a craft hard cider producer. Our crops are grown using Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and are available PYO, at local farmers markets and wholesale. (UPDATED: July 10, 2020 JBS)
• Ives Berry Farm - Farm stand / farm market on a farm, blueberries, farm animals
  133 Flag Pond Road, Saco, ME 04072. Phone: 603-455-5098. Open: Saturdays and Sundays 10 am to 4 Some weekdays as announced on our Facebook page. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: A half mile from Route 1 and four miles from Old Orchard Beach. For a map to our farm, click here. Blueberries usually ready the last weekend of July and two weekends into August. Payment: Cash, only. (ADDED: August 01, 2016)
• Rocky Acres farm stand - Farmers market (multiple stalls or vendors), Wide variety of seasonal, fruits and vegetables (some locally grown), some produce is sustainably grown, Indoor market, Baked goods, Preserves, jams, jellies, Crafts, artistic products, etc, blueberries, corn (sweet), flowers, strawberries,
  81 Webber Road, York, ME 03909. Phone: 207 752 4446. Alternate Phone: 207 475 8012. Email: [email protected]. Open: sesasonally starting memorial day through labor day Friday - Sunday 8am til 6pm. Directions: from route one, go down old post road until you meet up with ridge road. take a left on ridge and we will be a half mile down on the right. we are located at the corner of ridge and webber road. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. Click here for our Facebook page. we have a large selection of baked goods, all made from scratch, pies to order, and a selection of other prepared foods such as potato, pasta and fruit salads. We also have Maine roasted organic coffee, organic tea, cold drinks, jam, and our own honey. (UPDATED: June 13, 2012)
• Smith's Red Apple Farm - Apples, pumpkins, honey, farm market, gift shop
  1008 Route 109, Acton, ME 04001. Phone: (207) 636-1639. Open: August , September, October on Monday to Friday from 9 am to 5 pm and Saturday and Sunday from 8 am to 5 pm. Directions: We are right across the street from Willy’s Ale House and Crabby Bear Restaurant, and just up the hill from Apple Valley Campground. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check . They also have pumpkins, jams, pickles and honey. Apple varieties include cortland, macintosh, macoun, red delicious, jonagold and northern spy apples. (ADDED: August 10, 2020, Suggested by a visitor)
  A visitor writes on August 10, 2020: "Wonderful people; beautiful apples."
• Spiller Farm - Minimizes chemical and pesticide use, Roadside stand, porta-potties, picnic area, farm animals, school tours
  85 Spiller Farm Lane, Wells, ME 04090. Phone: 1-207-985-2575. Open: year round 7 am to 7 pm everyday. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. We minimize use of pesticides and other chemicals. Payment: Cash, only. We sell fruits and veggies grown only on Spiller Farm. (UPDATED: February 09, 2012)