Farmers’ markets are some of Mendocino’s best kept secrets. They are where the locals go to socialize and connect. The markets are mostly made up of mom and pop-scale farms, ranches, creameries and more, most of which you won’t find represented in larger metropolitan markets. Meet the people who run the farm and do the work, and sample and stock up on great organic produce, humanely-raised meat, tasty honey, artisan cheeses, flowers and nursery stock, baked goods, prepared foods and more.

Visit our website for a listing of vendors, special events and other information. Check there also for current times and dates, which change periodically. The following Certified Farmers’ Markets (CFM) are part of the Mendocino County Farmers’ Market Association:

• Fort Bragg, Year-Round, Wednesdays: 3-5pm, May to Oct., Franklin & Laurel Street; Nov. to April: 3-6pm: Old Recreation Center Gym, Franklin & Laurel Street (Indoors)

• Laytonville, Year-Round, Mondays, May to Oct.: 2:30-5:30pm, Albert’s on Hwy 101; Nov. to May: Mondays, 2:30-4:30pm, Nov. to May, Harwood Hall

• Mendocino, Fridays, Noon-2pm, May to Oct., at Howard & Main Streets

• Redwood Valley, Sundays, 9am-Noon, May 1 to Oct. 16 at Lion’s Club Park, and Oct. 23 to Dec. 18 at Redwood Valley Grange Hall

• Ukiah, Year-Round, Saturdays: 9am-Noon at Alex Thomas Plaza, School & Clay Streets

• Willits, Thursdays 3-6pm, May to Oct., New Location: West Mendocino Ave. between Muir and Main Streets