Outdoor Farmers' Markets are Back

The Seacoast Growers Association proudly announces the opening of its 38th season of outdoor farmers’ markets, according to a press statement.

The Portsmouth Farmers’ Market opened for the season at its location in the Portsmouth City Hall parking lot at 1 Junkins Avenue on May 2. The market runs every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Market visitors will enjoy live music and a lively atmosphere and plenty of local food and produce, the Portsmouth Farmers’ Market is a feast for the senses.

Thursday’s Exeter Farmers’ Market opens for the season on May 7. Stroll along the Swasey Parkway and pick up a week’s worth of fresh veggies, locally raised meats and prepared meals. The Exeter Farmers’ Market runs every Thursday from 2:15 to 6 p.m. with a great family-friendly environment including children’s yoga by Let’s Get Movin’.

The season is launching with a “Get your garden started” challenge. Plant starts, vegetable and flower seedlings, and even compost can be found at market to inspire this year’s gardening. So, for the month of May, the Seacoast Growers Association encourages local gardeners to share photos of their gardens on the Portsmouth and Exeter Farmers’ Market Facebook pages. Those posting photos will be entered in the spring garden contest for a chance to win $25 in Market Money gift certificates.

The winner will be chosen by vote at the farmers’ markets during first week of June.

For details on weekly vendors, links to market Facebook pages, and information about special events, visit seacoastgrowers.org.

The Seacoast Growers Association manages four area outdoor farmers’ markets in Portsmouth, Exeter, Durham and Dover. All markets welcome SNAP and EBT customers.