August 3, 2011

“More than 6,000 farmers work to make agriculture a one and one-half billion dollar industry in San Diego County. Many of our county’s growers operate small family farms, with 65% harvesting nine acres or less. (From San Diego Farm Bureau website).

Here’s what you may find at the 53 certified San Diego Farmers Markets during the month of August. Check Edible San Diego for the latest information on local farmers markets. 

New to the list this month:  Apples and pears.

Apples, avocados, basil, blackberries, boysenberries, cauliflower, celery, corn, cucumbers, eggplant, figs, grapefruit, grapes, green beans, guavas, herbs, lemons, limes, melons, onions, peaches, pears, peppers, plums, potatoes, raspberries, scallions, summer squash, strawberries, sweet potatoes, tangelos, tomatoes, Valencia oranges and cut flowers. (San Diego Farm Bureau Harvest Calendar)