Farmers Markets Near Me

December · South Dakota

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

Holiday + indoor markets only. Maple syrup, meat, dairy, cheese carry the season. Backed by USDA data on 18 South Dakota markets and the typical growing patterns for upper north & alaska.

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South Dakota signature this month

Bison + grass-fed beef

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

Peak this December

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

Bison + grass-fed beef storage apples winter squash

Also in season

Reliably available at most markets this month.

cabbage sweet potatoes beets parsnips

◯ From storage

Cold-stored from last year's harvest — still common at indoor markets.

apples potatoes onions garlic winter squash sweet potatoes beets carrots cabbage

← Last month

November in South Dakota

Was peak: storage apples, winter squash, pumpkins, cranberries

Next month →

January in South Dakota

Coming into peak: storage apples, maple syrup (very late month, mild years)

Where to shop in South Dakota

Top South Dakota farmers markets

Burke Area Farmers Market

Burke · 57523
5.0 (2)
Organic

Burke Area Farmers Market

Burke
SNAP / EBT Organic

Miller Area Farmers Market

Miller
Organic

Aberdeen Farmers' Market

Aberdeen · 57401

Black Hills Farmers Market

Rapid City · 57701

Brookings Farmers' Market

Brookings · 57006

Callaway's Farmers Market

Sioux Falls · 57108

Country Farmers' Market

Pierre · 57501
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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.