Farmers Markets Near Me

December · Wisconsin

What's in season at Wisconsin farmers markets in December

Holiday + indoor markets only. Maple syrup, meat, dairy, cheese carry the season. Backed by USDA data on 231 Wisconsin markets and the typical growing patterns for upper north & alaska.

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Wisconsin signature this month

Cheese (artisan cheddar, cheese curds)

WI is the #1 cheese state — fresh squeaky cheese curds are a Saturday-market institution.

Peak this December

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

Cheese (artisan cheddar, cheese curds) 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 Wisconsin

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

Next month →

January in Wisconsin

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

Where to shop in Wisconsin

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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.