Summer Produce at the Farmers Market

In the U.S., summer is arguably one of the most bountiful seasons for fresh produce. If you love tomatoes, corn, stone fruit, or zucchini, you'll be in luck the next time you head to the farmers market.

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Shopping for produce at the farmers market isn't just good for supporting your local economy, it has sustainability benefits too. Eating local produce reduces the transit emissions of your food, and there are other environmental benefits like supporting your local economy and ecosystems while using less packaging. Can’t get to the farmers market? Here are 5 places to shop for local, seasonal produce.

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Depending on where you live in the world, seasonal produce may vary, but this guide is a good starting point for U.S. shopping this summer. Want a localized produce list delivered to you each season? Download Commons and take the Seasonal Produce action to get a personalized list based on your zip code.

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Fruits

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• Apples
• Apricots
• Avocados
• Bananas
• Blackberries
• Blueberries
• Cantaloupe
• Cherries
• Cucumbers
• Honeydew melon
• Lemons
• Limes
• Mangoes
• Peaches
• Plums
• Raspberries
• Strawberries
• Tomatillos
• Tomatoes
• Watermelon

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Vegetables

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• Beets
• Bell peppers
• Carrots
• Celery
• Corn
• Eggplant
• Garlic
• Green beans
• Herbs
• Okra
• Summer squash
• Zucchini

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‍Download Commons and take the Seasonal Produce action to get a personalized list based on your zip code.