Farmers Markets Near Me

October · North Carolina

What's in season at North Carolina farmers markets in October

Fall harvest peak. Apple varieties multiply at every market. Backed by USDA data on 204 North Carolina markets and the typical growing patterns for mid-south & coastal california.

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North Carolina signature this month

Sweet potatoes

NC is the #1 sweet potato state in the US (60% of national supply).

Heirloom apples (Western NC)

Henderson County apple country — over 40 heirloom varieties.

Peak this October

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

Sweet potatoes Heirloom apples (Western NC) pumpkins winter squash pears persimmons pecans

Also in season

Reliably available at most markets this month.

kale (return) collards broccoli cauliflower cabbage beets turnips

◐ Ending — last weeks

Grab these before they're gone for the year.

tomatoes peppers eggplant

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September in North Carolina

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November in North Carolina

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Where to shop in North Carolina

Top North Carolina farmers markets

Alleghany Farmers' Market

Sparta · 28675
5.0 (1)

Big Ivy Tailgate Market

Barnardsville · 28709
5.0 (11)

French Broad Co-op Wednesday Tailgate Market

Asheville · 28748
5.0 (23)

Hayesville Evening Market

Hayesville · 28904
5.0 (41)

Meeting Street Markets

Mooresville · 28117
5.0 (1)

Mocksville Farmers' Market

Mocksville · 27028
5.0 (1)

Oriental Farmers Market

Oriental · 28571
5.0 (6)

Sandhills Farmers Market of Spring Lake

Spring Lake · 28314
5.0 (4)
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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.