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April · Louisiana

What's in season at Louisiana farmers markets in April

Spring market season fully underway. Backed by USDA data on 75 Louisiana markets and the typical growing patterns for mid-south & coastal california.

Louisiana signature this month

Strawberries (Ponchatoula)

Ponchatoula strawberries — early-season, intense flavor.

Crawfish (live, from market vendors)

Many markets sell live crawfish during the season.

Peak this April

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

Strawberries (Ponchatoula) Crawfish (live, from market vendors) asparagus spring onions lettuce radishes rhubarb

Also in season

Reliably available at most markets this month.

spinach arugula snap peas kale green garlic fennel first beets

Ending — last weeks

Grab these before they're gone for the year.

leeks

From storage

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

apples onions

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March in Louisiana

Was peak: asparagus, green garlic, spring onions, lettuce

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May in Louisiana

Coming into peak: strawberries, asparagus, snap peas, lettuce…

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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.