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July · Illinois

What's in season at Illinois farmers markets in July

Cherry season in MI; blueberries everywhere; first tomatoes by month-end. Backed by USDA data on 357 Illinois markets and the typical growing patterns for midwest & northeast.

Illinois signature this month

Sweet corn

Illinois sweet corn — short window, peak intensity.

Peak this July

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

Sweet corn blueberries cherries cucumbers zucchini green beans tomatoes (late month)

Also in season

Reliably available at most markets this month.

raspberries beets carrots basil first peaches cabbage

Ending — last weeks

Grab these before they're gone for the year.

strawberries snap peas garlic scapes

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June in Illinois

Was peak: strawberries, snap peas, lettuce, garlic scapes…

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August in Illinois

Coming into peak: tomatoes, sweet corn, peaches, blueberries…

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Seasonal data is generalized to midwest & northeast. 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.