With spring turning into summer in Jefferson City and Fulton, It's time to embrace the freshness of the season by eating local. From pick-your-own farms where you can create unforgettable memories (and great photos!) with your little ones to a bounty of seasonal delights at local farmers markets ... there are plenty of ways to eat fresh in Jefferson City and all the surrounding areas!
By choosing locally grown produce, you're not only treating your taste buds, but also supporting sustainable agriculture and the hardworking farmers in the Jefferson City area.
Discover where you can find locally grown fruits, vegetables, and more in Jefferson City, Fulton and all surrounding towns to bring home to your family:
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Farmers Markets in Jefferson City, Fulton and surrounding areas.
Jefferson City's farmers markets are a great place to spend a a morning or afternoon browsing fresh produce, locally-produced artisanal goods, and much more. Here's where to find farmer's markets from Jefferson City to Fulton:
Lincoln University Farmers Market š„
1219 Chesnut Street, Jefferson City
Details: 1st and 3rd Saturday until May 25th. May 25th begins Spring Market that will be every Saturday from 9am - 11am.
Cole County Farmers Market š„¦
3600 Country Club Drive, Jefferson City
Details: Tuesdays and Fridays from 4pm - 6pm and Saturdays from 2pm - 4pm, from April through October.
Capital City Farmers Market š„
2304 Missouri Blvd, Jefferson City
Details: Saturdays from 8:30am - 11am.
Linn's Artisans and Farmers Market š
200 E Main Street, Linn
Details: Thursdays from 4pm - 6pm, from May through August.
Holts Summit Farmers and Artisans Market š½
10417 Old Highway 54, Holts Summit
Details: Sundays from 2pm - 5pm.
Fulton Farmers Market š„¬ļø
10 East 5th Street, Fulton
Details: Saturdays from 8am - 12pm, from May through October.
Southern Boone Farmers Market šÆ
400 East Broadway, Ashland
Details: Thursdays from 3pm - 6:30pm and 2nd Saturdays from 9am - 12pm.
Eldon Farmers Market š„
East 8th Street, Eldon
Details: Fridays from 3pm - 6pm, May through September.
Know of any other farmers markets nearby that we should highlight? Let us know at chelseahy@macaronikid.com!
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Pick-Your-Own (PYO) Farms nearby Jefferson City
It's a hands-on adventure at these PYO farms in and around town, where you can enjoy the experience of picking your own fruits and vegetables straight from the fields. Always be sure to check with the farm for hours of operation and the ripe schedule. Here are some top picks:
Berry Barn Farms š«
6301 Rainbow Drive, Jefferson City
What to expect: U-pick blueberries, late June - early July. During ripe season, open by time slot reservation on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 7:30am - 11am. *Check website for ripening updates
Kingdom Valley Farm š«
County Road 210, Fulton
What to expect: U-pick blueberries and blackberries, season beginning late June through early July. Check website for updates on ripening. A limited amount of time slots available for reservation during season on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 7:30am - 11am.
Lloyd's Family Farm š
7050 East Route Y, Ashland
What to expect: U-pick strawberries, beginning in May.
Vogel's Berry Farm š
259 Missouri 87, Eldon
What to expect: U-pick strawberries, beginning in May.
Hickory Ridge Orchard š
24688 Audrain Road 820, Mexico
What to expect: U-pick apples of 24 varieties, August through October.
*If you know of any additional U-Pick farms, as well as farm stands, CSAs, farm to table dining or cooking classes, please let us know at Chelseahy@macaronikid.com.
