Market Farms is a family-owned business run by the Mercado family, with a strong belief in sustainable and ethical farming. Their mission is to make fresh, responsibly-grown produce accessible to everyone. Based in the Salinas Valley, known as the ‘Salad Bowl of the World,’ Market Farms specializes in hydroponic leafy greens grown year-round in a...Read More
At the Monterey Bay Certified Farmers Markets, our mission has always been to provide access to fresh, nutritious food for our local community. We believe that healthy food is the foundation of a thriving community, and this belief has driven our collaboration with Watsonville Community Hospital and Second Harvest Food Bank Santa Cruz County to...Read More
As the crisp air of fall settles in and the holidays approach, our farmers markets are overflowing with nature’s finest harvest! From juicy apples, pears, persimmons, and pomegranates to hearty Brussels sprouts, squash, pumpkins, eggplants, dates, nuts, and dried fruit, there’s no better time to stock up on these seasonal gems. Seasonal Farmers Markets Close...Read More
The Cookbook Exchange at the Aptos Farmers Market has been a great success so far! As the fall season rolls in, it’s the perfect time to declutter those shelves or pass along a cookbook you’ve already enjoyed. We’re currently seeking new donations to keep our collection fresh and inspiring — so if you’re doing some...Read More
