MARKET PURPOSE
To provide opportunities for local farmers to sell their produce directly to consumers and provide the community with fresh, local and healthy food. A wholesome gathering place for people of all ages, for education, socialization, and to support local farmers who use sustainable and healthy growing practices.
See a downloadable list of vendors below
OBJECTIVES
a) Increase the local food supply and production
b) Expand/enhance the economic strength and viability of farmers in the area
c) Contribute to the health and well being of residents and business employees
d) Help maintain farming practices for farmers and their families
e) Recognize the environmental implications of farming
f) Encourage a direct connection between local farmers and local chefs
g) Educate the community as to the benefits of a healthy lifestyle
h) Promote good nutrition
PRODUCE AVAILABILITY
FRUITS
Apples - Mid August-Late Spring
Apricots - Mid July - Mid August
Blueberries - Early July -Mid September
Cantaloupe - Early Augsut - lake October
Cherries (sour) - Early July - Mid July
Cherries (sweet) - July
Grapes - Mid September - Early October
Nectarines - Mid August - Mid September
Peaches - Early July - Late September
Pears - Mid August - Late October
Plums - Early Augusst - Late September
Raspberries - July; and Early September - Early October
Strawberries - Mid June - Mid July
Watermelons - Mid August - Late October
VEGETABLES
Asparagus - Early May - Late June
Beans (snap, green,etc.) - Early July - Early October
Beets - Early July - Early September
Broccoli - Early July - Late October
Brussels Sprouts - EArly Setpebmer - Late November
Cabbage - Early July - Late November
Carrots - Mid July - Early October
Cauliflower - Early July - Late November
Cucumbers - Early July - Late October
Eggplant - Early July - Late October
Green Onions - Early June - Mid october
Indian Corn - Mid September - Late October
Lettuces - Mid May - Mid October
Peas - Mid June - Mid July
Peppers - Early July - First Frost
Potatoes - Mid July - Late October
Pumpkins - October
Radishes - Early June - Mid October
Spinach - Mid May-Mid July; Early September - Late October
Sweet Corn - Mid July - Late September
Squash - Mid-July - Early October
Tomatoes - Early July - Late October
OTHER
Bedding Plants - Early May - Late June
Cut Flowers - Early May - Mid October
Christmas Trees & Wreaths - December
Cider - Mid NOvember - L ate February
Dill - Mid July - First Frost
Hanging Baskets - Early April - Late June
MARKET DATES
Each Saturday from May 15 through October 30 - 7:30 am to 12 Noon
Location: St. Paul's Lutheran Church parking lot, 210 E. Pleasant Street, Oconomowoc
Check the calendar for detail about upcoming Farmer's Market schedules
CURRENT TRENDS
Consumer trends are showing an ever-increasing demand for fresh, healthy, locally grown food. Currently, there is a trend to expand the term "market" to include more than farm and agricultural products. Many markets now include educational components to encourage a wider customer base. Adding special events are ways to bring customers to the market and keep them there longer.
Customers prefer a festival type atmosphere, fast-paced, diversity of offerings, and a family event.
FARMERS
Includes local and regional farmers whose practices are organic or sustainable. Our farmers are a "producer only" market - they sell what they grow, harvest and raise.
Download Farmers Listing at market
Download Farmers Market Policies
MARKET SPONSORS
Platinum Sponsors: First Bank Financial Centre, Lutheran Homes of Oconomowoc, Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital, Diversified Personnel Services, Eagle Mountain Promotions, Eagle Printing & Graphics, Ocreative Design Studio and Olympia Resort & Conference Center
Gold Sponsors: ISB Community Bank, WaterStone Bank, Premold Corp., Rocky Rococo, Winter Kloman
Moter & Repp, SC
Season Sponsors: The UPS Store-Oconomowoc, Evolution Marketing, St. Paul's Lutheran KinderPlace, and Leaman, Setnicar & Piacsek DDS, Oconomowoc Sign Company, River Lakes Pain & Welness
3-Month Sponsors: Golosi Gelato Cafe, ABRA Auto Body & Glass, Books & Company, Sherpers, Inc.
1-Month Sponsor: Waukesha State Bank
Market Bag Sponsors: Evolution Marketing, Eagle Mountain Promotions, City of Oconomowoc, Lake Country Orthodontics
2010 Market Monitor: Greener Oconomowoc
