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August · South Dakota

What's in season at South Dakota farmers markets in August

Peak abundance — the short summer compresses everything into 6-8 weeks. Backed by USDA data on 18 South Dakota markets and the typical growing patterns for upper north & alaska.

South Dakota signature this month

Bison + grass-fed beef

SD ranchers sell direct at markets — bison and pasture-raised beef.

Honey

SD is a top-3 honey state.

Peak this August

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

Bison + grass-fed beef Honey tomatoes sweet corn blueberries wild blueberries (ME) peppers eggplant cucumbers green beans

Also in season

Reliably available at most markets this month.

raspberries plums first peaches (rare) cabbage basil melons (early)

Ending — last weeks

Grab these before they're gone for the year.

strawberries snap peas cherries

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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.