Farmers Markets Near Me

October · New Jersey

What's in season at New Jersey farmers markets in October

Fall harvest peak. Apple cider, hard cider, and pumpkins everywhere. Backed by USDA data on 87 New Jersey markets and the typical growing patterns for mid-atlantic & coastal pacific northwest.

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New Jersey signature this month

Cranberries (Pine Barrens)

NJ is a top-3 cranberry state alongside MA and WI.

Peak this October

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

Cranberries (Pine Barrens) apples pumpkins winter squash pears sweet potatoes brussels sprouts cabbage

Also in season

Reliably available at most markets this month.

kale leeks broccoli cauliflower turnips beets late tomatoes concord grapes cranberries (NJ)

◐ Ending — last weeks

Grab these before they're gone for the year.

tomatoes peppers eggplant sweet corn

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September in New Jersey

Was peak: tomatoes, apples, pears, peppers…

Next month →

November in New Jersey

Coming into peak: sweet potatoes, brussels sprouts, leeks, apples…

Where to shop in New Jersey

Top New Jersey farmers markets

Caldwell Farmers' Market

Caldwell · 07006
5.0 (1)

Downtown Somerville Farmers' Market

Somerville · 08876
5.0 (2)

Riverdale Farmers' Market

Riverdale · 07457
5.0 (80)

West Amwell Farmers Market

Lambertville · 08530
4.9 (55)

Pennington Farmers Market

Pennington · 08534
4.9 (68)
Organic

Blue Moon Acres Farm Market- Pennington, NJ

Pennington · 08534
4.8 (34)

Burlington County Farmers' Market

Moorestown · 08057
4.8 (206)

Collingswood Farmers' Market

Collingswood · 08108
4.8 (441)
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Seasonal data is generalized to mid-atlantic & coastal pacific northwest. 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.