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Farmers markets for seasonal and year-round shopping
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- Written by Jessica Riel
- Published: 19 August 2014
Jessica AlbrechtFarmers markets are a great place to shop for fresh, locally grown produce and farm-raised meats and dairy. August is peak-season for many crops, and the abundance will continue well into the fall. Many of our local farmers markets are open throughout the growing season and, thanks to storage crops, some are even open year round, so you still have an opportunity to make the most of your visit to the farmers market. In addition to cash, these days more and more are accepting EBT, SNAP, and credit and debit transactions as well as Seniors’ Coupons.
The following is a partial list of local farmers markets open on Saturdays, as listed by CISA (Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture). For a complete directory of farmers markets, including those open on weekdays, their hours and offerings near you, visit www.farmfresh.org.
Amherst Farmers Market
Amherst Common
Saturdays, 7 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
April through November
Ashfield Farmers Market
Ashfield Town Common
Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
May through October
Athol Farmers Market
Uptown Common
Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
June through October
Bernardston Farmers Market
Bernardston United Church parking lot
Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
May through October
Charlemont Farmers Market
Charlemont Federated Church
Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
June through October
Greenfield Farmers Market
Court Square/Town Common
Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
May through October
Northampton Saturday Market
Downtown, Gothic Street
Saturdays, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.
April through November
Shutesbury Farmers Market
In front of Town Hall
Saturdays, 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
May through October
The Nutrition Program at Franklin County Home Care operates many Senior Dining Centers and Luncheon Clubs, as well as the Meals on Wheels program, across Franklin County and the North Quabbin region. Home Care and other programs may offer assistance with grocery shopping. To learn more, contact us at 413-773-5555 or 978-544-2259 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..