Farmers Markets Near Me

October · Missouri

What's in season at Missouri farmers markets in October

Fall harvest peak. Apple cider donuts season. Backed by USDA data on 119 Missouri markets and the typical growing patterns for midwest & northeast.

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Missouri signature this month

Pawpaws

MO has a strong pawpaw tradition — native fruit, tropical-tasting.

Persimmons (native American persimmon)

Different from Japanese kaki — smaller, sweeter, must be fully ripe.

Peak this October

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

Pawpaws Persimmons (native American persimmon) apples pumpkins winter squash cider pears brussels sprouts cranberries (WI/MA)

Also in season

Reliably available at most markets this month.

sweet potatoes cabbage leeks kale broccoli late tomatoes concord grapes

◐ Ending — last weeks

Grab these before they're gone for the year.

tomatoes peppers eggplant sweet corn

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September in Missouri

Was peak: apples, tomatoes, pears, peppers…

Next month →

November in Missouri

Coming into peak: apples, winter squash, sweet potatoes, leeks…

Where to shop in Missouri

Top Missouri farmers markets

Crown Valley Farmers' Market

Genevieve · 23889
5.0 (2)

Excelsior Springs Farmer's Market

Excelsior Springs · 64024
5.0 (1)

Golden Valley Produce & Craft Market

Clinton · 64735
5.0 (5)

Ivanhoe Farmers' Market

Kansas City · 64109
5.0 (7)

Northeast Farmers' Market

Kansas City · 64124
5.0 (4)

Parkville Farmers' Market

Parkville · 64152
5.0 (1)

Pierce City Farmers Market

Pierce City · 65873
5.0 (6)

One African! One Nation! Farmers Market

St Louis · 63107
5.0 (8)
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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.