Farmers Markets Near Me

August · Alaska

What's in season at Alaska farmers markets in August

Peak abundance — the short summer compresses everything into 6-8 weeks. Backed by USDA data on 48 Alaska markets and the typical growing patterns for upper north & alaska.

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Alaska signature this month

Wild salmon (king, sockeye, silver)

Direct from fishing boats at coastal markets.

Wild berries (blueberries, salmonberries, crowberries)

Foraged from tundra and forest.

Fireweed honey

Distinctive Alaskan honey from the abundant fireweed plant.

Giant Matanuska Valley vegetables (cabbage, kale)

Long daylight produces oversized brassicas.

Peak this August

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

Wild salmon (king, sockeye, silver) Wild berries (blueberries, salmonberries, crowberries) Fireweed honey Giant Matanuska Valley vegetables (cabbage, kale) tomatoes sweet corn wild blueberries (ME) peppers eggplant cucumbers green beans

Also in season

Reliably available at most markets this month.

raspberries plums first peaches (rare) cabbage basil melons (early)

◐ Ending — last weeks

Grab these before they're gone for the year.

strawberries snap peas cherries

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July in Alaska

Was peak: strawberries, blueberries (mid-month), snap peas, sweet corn (late)…

Next month →

September in Alaska

Coming into peak: tomatoes (early), apples, sweet corn, peppers…

Where to shop in Alaska

Top Alaska farmers markets

Alaska Pacific University Farmers' Market

Anchorage · 99508
5.0 (1)

Kenney Lake Farmers Market

Palmer · 99645
5.0 (2)

Salt & Soil Marketplace

Juneau · 99801
5.0 (2)

The Farmers Market at Alaska Pacific University

Anchorage · 99508
5.0 (1)

The Salt & Soil Marketplace

Juneau · 99801
5.0 (2)

The Outdoor Market

Salcha · 99714
4.9 (24)

Sitka Farmers Market

Sitka · 99835
4.9 (8)
SNAP / EBT Organic WIC

Depot Farm Market

Palmer · 99645
4.8 (170)
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Seasonal data is generalized to upper north & alaska. 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.