Hudson County Farmers Markets To Check Out: 2021 Guide

HUDSON COUNTY, NJ — Summer is quickly approaching, which means local farmers markets will be popping up across Hudson County. Since the coronavirus pandemic hit local businesses hard, it's the perfect time to support these local businesses, farmers, and artisans.

According to the Centers for Disease Control, the pandemic also brought new challenges to food security and that having access to healthy food options "are an important part of overall physical and mental health" during this time.

The CDC states that outdoor farmers markets are a "lower risk shopping option" that benefits both shoppers and the community. Guidelines include mask-wearing, social distancing, and maintaining good hygiene.

So if you're looking to buy fresh produce from a local farmers market, check out this list of all the locations in the area:

Hoboken

Hoboken had two farmers markets last year, and both are set to return this year but have not opened yet:

• Uptown Farmers Market — According to the market's Facebook page, "Spring is here and you know what that means — It’s almost farmers market season! We’re gearing up to open the Uptown Farmers Market on May 1 under the 14th Street Viaduct - with fresh produce, baked goods, dairy products, and more every Saturday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m." Phil Cohen posted on his Facebook page that the market is "the pride of the #5thWard" and asked for comments.
• Hoboken Farmers Market — Signs for the second market went up recently, but it will not start again until June 1. It will tentatively take place on Garden Street between Fourth and Fifth streets through October. Last year, it ran from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Keep updated here.

Jersey City

In the past, Jersey City has had farmers markets in several neighborhoods. Not all have announced their 2021 seasons, but one kicked off on Monday:

Downtown Jersey City Farmers Market — "It's finally here!" Noted the market's instagram page Monday. The Downtown Jersey City Farmers Market runs each Monday and Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Grove Street PATH station, through Dec. 20. It boasts fresh produce, pies, cookies, flowers and more. Find out more, including vendors and covid guidelines here.

Not yet announced for 2021: Riverview Farmers Market, Journal Square Green Market.

Secaucus

Green Farmers Market — Green Farmers Market is a retail store rather than an outdoor market, but some customers love it. "I actually drive from Fort Lee to Secaucus for my produce," wrote one Yelp customer. It's open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily at 101 Plaza Center in Secaucus. Call 201-866-1200 for more information.

Other markets to be announced

Some markets have not yet opened for the season and still have largely 2020 information on their websites, so check Patch for updates.

• The Bayonne Farmers Market on 22nd Street has started posting on Facebook for 2021, but has not announced its opening date. Last year it ran from June through October. Check back here.
• State list for Hudson County — Here's a list from the state of New Jersey growers whose products have been featured at Hudson County farmers markets in past years, and which markets offered them in Hoboken, Jersey City, Bayonne, and more.

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