Farmers Markets of New Jersey

Location: Columbus, NJ

A Brief History

In 1929, brothers Henry, Iring and Frank Tallman purchased 30 acres of land in Columbus, NJ for the sole purpose of auctioning off various types of livestock. As the years went on, the Tallman family no longer wished to be in control of the acreage and sold it all off to the Township of Columbus who decided to construct a farmers market on the land. Eventually, an offer was put in for the land by an unknown buyer which was accepted by the township. This unknown buyer then proceeded to purchase over 200 acres of surrounding land and began the expansion of the Columbus Farmers Market which was eventually finished in 1989 and continues to expand up to this current day.

What you can find:

• Home goods

• Fresh and local produce

• Work Equipment and Tools

• Arts and Crafts

• Antiques

• Fresh baked goods

• Clothing items

Location: Berlin, NJ

A Brief History

In 1940, what is believed to be the oldest surviving farmers market in New Jersey was established. Originally a place where local farmers raffled off livestock and produce, The Berlin Farmers Market was a melting pot of sorts. Today, the Berlin Farmers market located in Berlin, New Jersey, has an interior that occupies more than 4 acres of land. Along with several stores on its interior, the market also features an outdoor sale every weekend and is still in operation.

What you can find:

• Home goods

• Fresh and local produce

• Jewelry

• Home decorations

• Automotive parts

• Clothing items

• Fresh baked goods

Location: Lawrence, NJ

A Brief History

In 1939, a group of farmers got word of a local road being built which would supposedly have busy consumer traffic thus purchasing a plot of land which backed up to the roadway. On this plot of land, the collection of farmers began to build a farmers market which would eventually be transferred further off the new road in 1948 for the addition of a third market building. Today the Trenton Farmers Market receives goods from an abundance of different local farms.

What you can find:

• Home goods

• Fresh and local produce

• Jewelry

• Bath products

• Fresh beef and poultry products

• Clothing

• Baked Goods

Location: Chester, NJ

A Brief History

In 1982, a man by the name of Kurt decided to purchase a plot of land after returning to school in order to pursue farming. As time went on, Kurt decided to ask the Township of Chester for assistance in preserving over 600 acres of land surrounding his farm in order to prevent builders from constructing homes up to his residence which he was granted. Today, the farm market has a main building in which they sell baked goods and a pick your own produce mentality. 

What you can find:

• Fresh and local produce

• Fresh honey

• Freshly baked desserts 

• Seasonal activities (Corn maze and walking trail)

Location: Burlington, NJ

A Brief History

In 1980, the Township of Burlington held a farmers market throughout the summer months and invited several local farmers and shops to set up stalls. The event had live music and featured several different cultural food stands. The township invites upwards of 100 or more local store and farm owners to participate in the sale which lasts from late spring to early winter. Today, the market is open every Tuesday of the spring, summer and fall months and features several different ethnic and fresh foods.

What you can find:

• Fresh and local produce

• Fresh honey

• Freshly baked desserts 

• Arts and Crafts

• Home goods

• Jewelry

• Dog treats and toys

• Bath products