Farmers Markets Near Me

October · North Dakota

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

Final outdoor weeks. Markets close after first hard frost. Backed by USDA data on 18 North Dakota markets and the typical growing patterns for upper north & alaska.

North Dakota signature this month

Sunflowers + sunflower oil

ND is the #1 sunflower state.

Peak this October

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

Sunflowers + sunflower oil apples pumpkins winter squash cider brussels sprouts cranberries wild rice

Also in season

Reliably available at most markets this month.

sweet potatoes cabbage kale leeks beets parsnips mushrooms

Ending — last weeks

Grab these before they're gone for the year.

tomatoes peppers eggplant sweet corn

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September in North Dakota

Was peak: tomatoes (early), apples, sweet corn, peppers…

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November in North Dakota

Coming into peak: storage apples, winter squash, pumpkins, cranberries

Where to shop in North Dakota

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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.