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Alachua County is home to a network of farmers who are deeply rooted in the community. Their commitment to sustainable practices and the preservation of local food heritage is the backbone of a unique culinary landscape.
With farms opening their doors to the public for educational experiences, chef-curated menus at farm-to-table dinners, and a selection of farmers markets nearly every day of the week, you can taste the incredible diversity of food grown right here while celebrating the rich agricultural history of the region.
Eating with the seasons means enjoying produce at its freshest—and in Alachua County, that’s easy. With a long growing season and over 1,700 farms, the region offers an incredible variety of fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, and artisanal goods. Your next meal could feature ingredients grown just a few miles from your plate.
Farmers and artisans bring these flavors directly to the community through weekly farmers markets, where residents and visitors can connect with the growers who make it all possible.
Plan your next farmers market visit with the Fresh From Florida Seasonal Availability Chart, a handy guide to see what’s in season and when to enjoy it.
Mondays
Grove Street Farmers Market
1001 NW 4th St. Gainesville, FL 32601
Mondays, 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Tuesdays
Archer Farmers Market
16994 SW 134th Ave, Archer, FL
Tuesdays, 3 p.m. – 7 p.m.
(352) 374-8240
Wednesdays
San Felasco Market
13900 Tech City Cir, Alachua, FL 32615
Wednesdays, 4:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Fridays
High Springs Farmers Market
23666 NW 185th Rd. High Springs, FL 32643
Fridays, 3 p.m. – 7 p.m.
(352) 275-6346
Saturdays
Alachua County Farmers Market
13900 Tech City Cir, Alachua, FL 32615
Saturdays, 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
(352) 371-8236
Alachua Farmers Market on Main
15000 Bob Hitchcock’s Main St., Alachua, FL
Saturdays (October – March)
9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Saturdays (April – September)
5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Haile Farmers Market
5213 SW 91st Terrace, Gainesville, FL
Saturdays, 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Sweet Roots Organic Farm Market
16919 SW 15th Ave, Newberry, FL
Saturdays (October – mid July), 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
(352) 451-3756
Waldo Farmers and Flea Market
17805 US-301, Waldo, FL 32694
Saturdays and Sundays, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
(352) 468-2255
Seasonal U-pick offerings, hands-on learning, and community-rooted events. These experiences offer a closer look at where food comes from—and a chance to take home a taste of the harvest.
When in season, visitors can pick strawberries at Brown’s Farm and The Bryer Patch and blueberries at Aunt Zelma’s, Straughn Farms and Hidden Bear Farm.
Some farms, like Frog Song Organics, Siembra Farm, and Sweetroots Organic Farm, offer fresh produce alongside educational opportunities to connect visitors with sustainable farming practices.
For animal lovers, Critter Creek Farm Sanctuary and Mill Creek Farm: Retirement Home for Horses give a glimpse into livestock care.
Historic and cultural sites like Dudley Farm Historic State Park preserve traditional farming methods and offer living history demonstrations. Others, like Swallowtail Farm, host farm-to-table dinners, retreats, and private events.
Many of these farms participate in local farmers markets or offer community-supported agriculture (CSA) memberships to keep fresh produce accessible year-round.
Visit the Alachua County Farmers Market (ACFM), the only Growers Only Market in North-Central Florida. Everything sold at the market is grown within 50 miles by local farmers who personally sell their produce.
Alachua County is committed to supporting local farmers through the Small Farmer Grant Program, which offers funding to help small agricultural businesses grow and succeed. These grants are designed specifically for farmers in Alachua County who produce food for people, assisting them in expanding their operations, adopting sustainable practices, and driving economic growth in the region.
The Small Farmer Grant Program is helping to build a more resilient and sustainable local food system and how it benefits both growers and the community as a whole. If you’re a farmer in Alachua County producing food for human consumption, learn more about this opportunity here or contact [email protected] for more information.
