Farmers Markets Near Me

March · California

What's in season at California farmers markets in March

Outdoor markets begin reopening late month. First spring greens. 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

Avocados

California grows ~90% of US avocados; Hass variety dominates.

Citrus (oranges, lemons, mandarins)

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

Artichokes (Castroville)

Castroville is the artichoke capital of the world.

Peak this March

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

Avocados Citrus (oranges, lemons, mandarins) Artichokes (Castroville) asparagus green garlic spring onions lettuce

Also in season

Reliably available at most markets this month.

radishes spinach arugula kale rhubarb strawberries (late month)

◐ Ending — last weeks

Grab these before they're gone for the year.

turnips collards

◯ From storage

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

apples potatoes onions

← Last month

February in California

Was peak: collards, kale, cabbage

Next month →

April in California

Coming into peak: strawberries, asparagus, spring onions, lettuce…

Where to shop in California

Top California farmers markets

Santa Rosa Community Farmers Market at the Veterans Building

Santa Rosa · 95404
5.0 (22)
SNAP / EBT Organic WIC

Hamilton Landing Farmers' Market

Novato
5.0 (1)
SNAP / EBT Organic

Oakhurst Farmers' Market

Oakhurst · 40596
5.0 (1)

Ramona Certified Farmers' Market

Ramona · 92065
5.0 (2)

Altadena Farmers Market

Altadena · 91001
5.0 (2)

Arts District Farmers' Market

Los Angeles · 90013
5.0 (1)

Carmel Valley Certified Farmers Market

Diego · 92130
5.0 (6)

Coronado Farmers' Market

Coronado · 92118
5.0 (2)
See all 594 California 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.