Austin Area Farmers' Markets, Food Coops & CSAs
Who doesn't love fresh produce??? Well here are a few of the farmers markets in the area where you can buy locally grown produce and products. From soap to nuts, jellies to hand creams, eggs to goat cheese you can find them here. I'm finding I love to go to these as it feel sooo good to walk around and the people are friendly, it's like stepping back in time.
Farmers’ Markets
Farmers' markets are one of the oldest forms of direct marketing by small farmers. From the traditional "mercados" in the Peruvian Andes to the unique street markets in Asia, growers all over the world gather weekly to sell their produce directly to the public. In the last decade they have become a favorite marketing method for many farmers throughout the United States, and a weekly ritual for many shoppers. In a farmers' market, a group of farmers sell their products once or twice a week at a designated public place like a park or parking lot. Shopping at a farmers' market is a great way to meet local farmers and get fresh, flavorful produce. Here are a few of the area markets.
Boggy Creek Farm 512-926-4650
3414 Lyons Road Austin TX 78702Check it out...all sorts of stuff. Opened for visits Wednesday adn Saturday 9-1.
3101 GuadalupeAustin, TX 78705
Farm to Market 512-462-7220
1718 S. Congress AveAustin, TX
Austin Downtown
Republic Square
4th & Guadalupe Ave., Austin TXSat. 9-4 pm / all year
Fresh, locally grown produce, cheeses, jams and dairy products from area farms.
Austin Downtown
Triangle Park
46th between Lamar & Guadalupe Ave., Austin TXWed. 4-8 pm / May- Dec
Fresh, locally grown produce, cheeses, jams and dairy products from area farms.
Bee Cave
Village of Bee Cave
N. of RR 620 on HWY 71 W.Austin TX
Sat. 9-2 pm / Feb.- Dec.
Locally grown produce, honey, jams, foods, jewelry and skin care.
South Austin
2910 S. Congress Austin, TX across from St. Edwards UniversitySat. 9-1 pm / All year
3200 Jones Rd. Austin, TX at the Tony Burger Ctr. off HWY 290
Sat. 9-1 pm / All year
Between 70 and 120 vendors selling produce, cooked foods, cheeses, crafts and more!
San Marcos
204 S. Edward Gary Homegrown San Marcos TX
Tue. 3-6 pm / All year
Fruits, vegetables, fresh eggs, "owers & plants; home made breads, salsa, jams, jellies & pastries."
Buda
Buda TX
Sat. 9-noon
Several items.
Bastrop
1308 Chestnut St Bastrop TX
Fri. 1-5 pm & Sat. 10-2 pm
Plenty of seasonal veggies, fruits and baked goods.
Elgin
410 N. Main St., Elgin TX
Tue. 1 pm till sellout / May- Nov.
Plenty of seasonal veggies, fruits and baked goods.
Smithville
Main and 1st StSmithville TX Thurs. 1 pm till sellout / All year
Plenty of seasonal veggies, fruits and baked goods.
Jonestown
18649 1431 at the Plaza Shopping Center, Jonestown TX
Sat. 10-2 pm
Several items.
Georgetown
400 Block of S. Austin Ave Georgetown TX
Thur. 3:30- 6:30 pm / May- Nov.
Vegetables in season.
Round Rock
200 E. Bagdad Ave., Round Rock TX City Hall Parking GarageSat. 8-noon / May- July
Vegetables in season.
Area CSA’s
What is a CSA’s? For those serious about eating fresh produce and you know you are going to be purchasing it on a regular basis, you may consider joining a CSA. CSA stands for community supported agriculture. It is where a group of people buy seasonal shares of a farmer's produce, in essence, they have a stake in the farm. The farmer’s fresh fruits and vegetables are normally delivered each week to either the person’s home (depending on proximity ot th farm) or the deliveries are made to specific area pick up location. CSA's support organic farming, permaculture and biodynamic farming methods for sustainable agriculture. However be aware that each farm has a limited number of these “shares”. Sign ups are usually seasonal and and there may be a waiting list. Johnson’s Backyard Garden 512- 386-5273 1305 Holly Street, Austin, TX They grow a year round wide selection of seasonal vegetables, a few fruits, herbs, and fresh cut flowers. All of their crops are grown organically. It is located on 20 acres of prime river bottom alluvial soil just 5 miles east from downtown Austin. Their 300 member CSA is beginning its third season. They have about 16 acres in cultivation and about 4 acres of beautiful mature pecan trees. Tecolote Farm (Manor,TX Scott Arbor (Seguin,TX Green Gate Farms (Austin,TX Lost Truffle Farm (Dripping Springs,TX) Hairston Creek Farm (Burnet,TX)
Other Sources of Healthy food options
Johnson’s Backyard Garden 512- 386-5273 1305 Holly StreetAustin, TX They grow a year round wide selection of seasonal vegetables, a few fruits, herbs, and fresh cut flowers. All of their crops are grown organically. It is located on 20 acres of prime river bottom alluvial soil just 5 miles east from downtown Austin. Their 300 member CSA is beginning its third season. They have about 16 acres in cultivation and about 4 acres of beautiful mature pecan trees. Real Foods Market 830-833-2483 410 Fourth St, Blanco, TX 78606 Real Foods Market is the Organic Headquarters for Blanco County, Texas. In addition to local, organic produce, we also carry organic bulk foods and herbs, coffees, quality food supplements, personal care, and organic meats and dairy products. Greenling Organic 512 440-8449 Greenling Organic Delivery is Central Texas' source for local and organic food! We work with local farms as much as possible and supplement those with certified organic food from all over. This allows our customers to support sustainable agriculture and still get all the ingredients for their favorite recipes. Greenling.com is your source for information, tips and resources to help you learn about sustainable living practices The Herbery 512-869-0743 2411-5 Williams Dr, Georgetown, TX 78628 The Herbery provides the finest quality fresh, natural, organic and whole foods, nutritional products, body care products and health information in a fun comfortable clean, safe environment. They are especially proud to be one of the largest providers of quality Wheat/Gluten Free selections in Central Texas. Whole Foods
Multiple locations. Not a farmers market or coop but a cool place to shop for healthy foods and other items.
Central Market
Similar to Whole Foods in concept. A lot of healthy options.
