New Jersey Farmers Markets Enjoy Record Growth

Warmer temperatures and sunny skies mean a plethora of produce coming into season and to New Jersey farmers markets.

Edible New Jersey estimated over than 130 farmers markets across the Garden State, offering farm-fresh produce, artisan vendors, pastured meats, artisanal cheeses, home-baked goods, and more. The publication's website lists the locations, operating times, and hours for the markets across the state this season.

The diversity of products and quality of operations across the state's network of farmers markets is getting national attention. In particular, the Burlington County Farmers Market in Moorestown was ranked No. 4 in the USA TODAY 10 Best Readers' Choice awards for best farmers market. Open to the public on the grounds of a historic farm, the market offers fresh fruits and vegetables, famous New Jersey tomatoes, honey, fresh flowers, hot sauces, and even beer.

The boom in farmers markets follows a continuing trend among consumers who want to know where the food they eat comes from. Farmers markets provide consumers with the one-on-one connections with the growers and producers of the food, and they get to experience freshness and flavor in foods at their peak of ripeness. Shopping at farmers markets supports family farms and invests funds back into the local economies of communities across New Jersey.