Sweet Potatoes (2)
The terms “yam” and “sweet potato” are often used interchangeably, but they are distinct root vegetables. Sweet potatoes, native to the Americas, come in snow-white, purple, yellow, or familiar bright...
dear deb green
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Dear Deb: Why do some farmers’ markets stay open year-round, and others don’t? – Julie, San Mateo Dear Julie: There are many factors that influence whether a farmers' market operates year-round or...
Persimmons (1)
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FallWhen the seasons change from summer to fall, persimmon trees begin to burst with gorgeous, bright orange fruit. Their autumn colors just shout “fall is here!” Your farmers’ market booths will...
Alice Allard’s Persimmon Cookie
00 HR 55 MINS
SERVES 8

These tasty bites have all the holiday spice smells, and the sweet tang only a persimmon could give!

Market Match makes putting more fresh fruits and vegetables on your family’s table easy. You can double your budget for fresh fruits and vegetables, and now for a limited time, up to an additional $15 per farmers' market visit, when you purchase with your CalFresh/EBT (food stamp) card at your PCFMA farmers’ market.

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Shop your PCFMA farmers' market for the best of fresh produce from California farmers, at dozens of Bay Area locations.

About PCFMA

PCFMA was founded in July of 1988. Our mission is to connect California farmers’ to their local communities. One way that we achieve this is by operating a variety of farmers’ markets across the bay area. PCFMA currently manages over 30 farmers’ markets, making us the oldest and largest farmers’ market association on the West Coast!

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FM Week 2024
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For the past 25 years, the first full week in August has been celebrated as “Farmers Market Week.” In 2024, that puts Farmers Market Week at August 4-10. For the past 36 years, the Pacific Coast...
Narsai David in Kitchen
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The Pacific Coast Farmers' Market Association (PCFMA) mourns the passing of Narsai David, a founding member and former Board Chair. Narsai, a Bay Area chef and food personality, was instrumental in...