Featured Seasonal Produce

Our farmers markets are a veritable showcase of the freshest California grown produce available year round.

The Central Coast is one of the most productive regions in the U.S. With its mild marine climate and fertile alluvial soil, we enjoy four seasons of vegetables and fruits. Known as the “Salad Bowl of the world,” our area produces numerous varieties of lettuces and greens, along with vegetables, mushrooms, carrots, peppers, strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, blueberries as well as orchard fruits like heirloom apples, Blenheim apricots and many other row crops.

May Highlight: Blueberries

Few fruits capture the essence of summer quite like blueberries. Sweet, juicy, and vibrant, these little gems are as nutritious as they are delicious. Whether you enjoy them fresh by the handful, baked into pies, or blended into smoothies, blueberries bring both flavor and health benefits to the table. Farmers...

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April Highlight: Cabbage

Throughout history, cabbage has been far more than a kitchen staple — it has played surprising roles across cultures. From ancient Egyptian Pharaohs to famed explorer Captain Cook, its uses have ranged from hangover remedies to wound dressings. And while the whimsical myth of babies sprouting from cabbage patches endures,...

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April Highlight: Beets

In California, several varieties of beets are grown, each with its own distinct flavor and culinary uses. Here are some of the most common types and how to enjoy them: Red Beets The most familiar variety, red beets have a sweet, earthy flavor and a deep red-purple color. They’re delicious...

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February Highlight: Avocados

As Californians, we have so many things to be thankful for when it comes to fresh food—and avocados are certainly one of them. At our farmers market, several vendors supply these sublime fruits. Since California produces about 95% of the avocados grown in the United States, it’s no surprise we...

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January Highlight: Lemons

It’s officially lemon season, and the farmers markets are overflowing with both Eureka and Meyer lemons. Whether you’re making salad dressings, marmalades, or brightening up winter soups, there’s nothing like the zing of freshly picked lemons. Did you know lemons are technically a berry? Cultivated for centuries in the Mediterranean,...

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September Highlight: Dill

It’s not too late to get in the last of your canning and pickling. Dill is still available at the markets. Here are some interesting facts about dill: Dill grows about 3 feet tall and grows just about anywhere, as long as there is sunlight. A member of the parsley...

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