Farmers Markets Near Me

October · Alabama

What's in season at Alabama farmers markets in October

Fall harvest peak. Apple varieties multiply at every market. Backed by USDA data on 117 Alabama markets and the typical growing patterns for mid-south & coastal california.

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Alabama signature this month

Sweet potatoes

Alabama is a top-5 sweet potato producer.

Peak this October

These are at their absolute best right now — buy them in volume, eat them all week.

Sweet potatoes apples pumpkins winter squash pears persimmons pecans

Also in season

Reliably available at most markets this month.

kale (return) collards broccoli cauliflower cabbage beets turnips

◐ Ending — last weeks

Grab these before they're gone for the year.

tomatoes peppers eggplant

← Last month

September in Alabama

Was peak: tomatoes, apples, pears, peppers…

Next month →

November in Alabama

Coming into peak: sweet potatoes, pecans, apples, winter squash…

Where to shop in Alabama

Top Alabama farmers markets

Clio Market

Clio · 36311
5.0 (8)

Fairhope Outdoor Farmers Market

Fairhope · 36532
5.0 (1)

Helena Market Days

Helena · 35080
5.0 (1)

Russell County Farmers' Market

Phenix City · 36868
5.0 (1)

Section Farmers' Market

Section · 35771
4.9 (95)

The Market at Good Shepherd

Decatur · 35603
4.9 (14)

Bay Minette Farmers Market

Bay Minette · 36507
4.8 (96)

Butler County Farmers' Market

Greenville · 36037
4.8 (11)
See all 117 Alabama markets →

Seasonal data is generalized to mid-south & coastal california. Local microclimates, hoop houses, and specific orchard varieties can shift these by 2-4 weeks. Always confirm with the specific market or vendor — and ask the farmer what just came in. Source: USDA cooperative extension calendars synthesized into 6 US climate zones.