Farmers Markets Near Me

December · Minnesota

What's in season at Minnesota farmers markets in December

Holiday + indoor markets only. Maple syrup, meat, dairy, cheese carry the season. Backed by USDA data on 439 Minnesota markets and the typical growing patterns for upper north & alaska.

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Peak this December

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

storage apples winter squash

Also in season

Reliably available at most markets this month.

cabbage sweet potatoes beets parsnips

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

November in Minnesota

Was peak: storage apples, winter squash, pumpkins, cranberries

Next month →

January in Minnesota

Coming into peak: storage apples, maple syrup (very late month, mild years)

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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.