Farmers Markets in Encino, California

SL Newman
If you are looking for ways to go green, then why not check out some farmers markets in your area? Farmers markets are a great way for you to get some quality produce from local farmers. Buying from farmers markets is a great way to go green because buying local reduces the emissions from produce transport vehicles. A lot of farmers markets also offer organic items, which have been proven to be healthier due to the lack of harmful pesticides that are normally absorbed by fruits and vegetables.

There are two large farmers markets in Encino, California that are worth checking out if you are in the area. The Tapia Bros. farmer's market has been going on since the '60s. And the ONEgeneration Encino Farmers Market is another great local farmers market in the Encino area.

The Tapia Bros. farmer's market is set up like a family style farm in Encino. It is the only farmers market in the Valley that is set up like this. You can visit Tapia Bros. all year round from 9am to 6pm. They are open every day and are located at 5251 Hayvenhurst Avenue in Encino, California. They have whatever fruits and veggies are currently in season. And you can save money by asking for any "over ripes" if you want some ripe or bruised items. These items are great for baking with immediately. Prices average lower than your local Whole Foods. Tapia Bros. is well-known in the area for its annual Tomatomania, which is a tomato seedling plant sale.

The ONEgeneration Encino Farmers Market is open year round on Sundays from 8am till 1pm. You can find it at 17400 Victory Blvd. in Van Nuys between White Oak and Balboa. There are around 40 local farms that participate in the ONEgeneration Encino Farmers Market. And about a third of those offer all organic produce. A fishmonger and two bakeries are part of the ONEgeneration Encino Farmers Market . You can get prepared foods from the ONEgeneration Encino Farmers Market as well. You will find plenty of free parking at the ONEgeneration Encino Farmers Market - just don't forget to bring your reusable shopping bags!

Published by SL Newman

SL Newman has been working as a freelance writer since 1997. With experience in varied areas such as travel, immigration, finance and health, she has written for a variety of publications including USA Today...  View profile

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