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January · California

What's in season at California farmers markets in January

Indoor / winter markets in larger cities. Hardy greens and root vegetables. Backed by USDA data on 594 California markets and the typical growing patterns for mid-south & coastal california.

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California signature this month

Citrus (oranges, lemons, mandarins)

Cara Cara navel oranges and Meyer lemons are the Bay Area / SoCal market specialties.

Peak this January

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

Citrus (oranges, lemons, mandarins) kale collards turnips sweet potatoes

Also in season

Reliably available at most markets this month.

cabbage mustard greens spinach carrots beets citrus (LA/GA)

From storage

Cold-stored from last year's harvest — still common at indoor markets.

apples potatoes onions garlic winter squash sweet potatoes beets carrots cabbage

← Last month

December in California

Was peak: kale, collards, sweet potatoes, pecans

Next month →

February in California

Coming into peak: collards, kale, cabbage

Where to shop in California

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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.