Valentine's Day is... TODAY! It's an excellent opportunity to remind your loved ones how much you care about them. Why…

WE HAVE SUGAR CANE! I was so incredibly excited to see this at our market, as sugar cane is one…

Likely the trendiest leafy green on Earth, kale's popularity is well deserved. With multiple varieties, uses, and numerous health benefits,…

In a galaxy far, far away, where the stars are drops of honey and the planets are made of fruit,…

Most people think winter is a barren season, but that couldn't be further from the truth. While it is true…

What are you doing New Year's Eve? We'll be hosting a fabulous dinner party serving up delicious dishes made with…

Christmas, New Year's, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and many other holidays are celebrated in the last weeks of December. The Chico Certified…

Just because it's cold outside doesn't mean we can't garden! There are plenty of things to do in winter to…

It is a gift. A gift to our community. Why not use it? Long have our ancestors, the people of…

Citrus is a classic winter fruit found in many winter traditions from Christmas to the Chinese New Year. Their variety…

At the Chico Certified Farmer's Market, we have many great vendors selling various locally made and grown items. One of…

Thanksgiving is just around the corner! It's a time to gather with friends and family to give thanks for one…

A Guide to Making Soup: Make chili for days that are chilly, Chicken noodle when you’re feeling sickly, Split pea…

They say that the things we work hardest for bring the most reward, and that’s especially true for the pomegranate.…

I know fall is truly here when I see persimmons for sale. To me, they are the epitome of autumn…

The apple harvest has arrived! You know it's truly fall when the Noble Orchards booth is back at the market. The…

Hey there, pumpkin! October is here, and whether you're into Halloween or just love the season, pumpkins and gourds make…

Whether you're a seasoned plant parent or just starting your collection succulents and cacti are the perfect low-maintenance plants for any home.…

Autumn Solstice has arrived, but it looks like summer weather isn't quite done with us yet. That means grapes are…

How many times have you heard the phrase "superfood"? It's plastered over half the products in natural foods stores, but…

Chico summer isn’t letting up just yet, so how do we stay hydrated until sweater weather finally arrives? Water’s a…

No matter where your taste buds are at with spice, the Chico Certified Farmer's Market has got a pepper for…

Summer is almost over and the kids are getting ready to go back to school. New supplies are important, but…

After 12 years of serving delicious fresh almond milk to our community, Beber Almond Milk has announced that they will…

MUSHROOMS! You don't have to be a hobbit to love and appreciate these wild funghi. They come in all shapes,…

When the Chico heat hits triple digits for over a week, it's time to get out of town. Road trips…

Looking and tasting suspiciously like a root vegetable, kohlrabi is actually not a root veggie at all - it's a…

Ask anyone what they associate with summer, and odds are they'll mention watermelon. Nothing hits like cold, juicy watermelon slices…

It is HOT HOT HOT outside in Butte County and will remain so for the foreseeable future. We hope most…

Figs are here! Come on by the Chico Certified Farmer's Market to pick up a basket (or two) of these…

Summer squash is called "summer squash" because it is harvested during summer! Which, if you weren't aware, officially began yesterday…

Tomatoes. Are. BACK! It is my humble opinion that the Chico Certified Farmer's Market has the best tomatoes, only potentially topped…

The Meriam Park Market was a new addition to our market family last Summer and is back again! Every Sunday…

You know summer is almost here when you start seeing stone fruit again at the Chico Certified Farmer's Market. Peaches,…

Cherries are back! These delectable fruits will only be here now through August, so get them while they last! Cherries…

Graduation season is upon us. Students of all ages are preparing for promotion ceremonies marking a significant movement from one…

Happy Mother's Day weekend to all you moms out there! Whether you are a mom or have a mom to…

Garlic I adore, Don't tell me not to use more, There is no "too much". Garlic has been a culinary…

With springtime comes warmer weather, blue skies, blooming greenery, and - cue dramatic sound effect - POLLEN. Puffy eyes, itchy…

I know what you're thinking - "Isn't asparagus that vegetable that makes people's pee smell?" - and yes, it does…

It may still be a little rainy outside, but the presence of strawberries and blueberries at the market evokes a…

Hippity hoppity Easter's on its way! If you're lucky, perhaps the Easter Bunny will hide some lovely dyed and decorated…

The spring season is upon us, from March 19th to June 20th, bringing with it warmer weather, greenery, blossoms, and…

St. Paddy's Day is only two days away! To help you celebrate we've put together a little list of traditional…

As we welcome the approach of spring, it's an opportune moment to immerse ourselves in the world of native plants…

It's the time of year when everyone is calling out sick, making it more important than ever to prioritize your…

People have been giving and receiving flowers for thousands of years. Today, we give flowers as a token of love,…

We all know what a carrot is, right? Long, orange, crunchy, and sweet. Well, fennel is carrot's cousin! Fennel, scientifically…

The most romantic day of the year is almost here - Valentine's Day!  🍫💘💐🥰 To help you make this Valentine's…

Romanesco looks like a vegetable not of our time. Its wild appearance makes it seem like it must either be…

The weather outside is frightful, but a nice hot bowl of homemade soup is delightful. Embrace the rainy weather with…

Smoothies are the starships of flavor, allowing you to explore the vast universe of health and wellness, one delicious sip…

It's National Citrus Month! With a myriad of varieties and an unbelievably long list of health benefits, this is the perfect…

Happy New Year! As we bid farewell to the old and welcome the new, let's embark on a journey of…

On the first day of Chico-mas, my true love gave to me: A snow goose in an almond tree. On the…

Say hello to one of our newer market vendors, Fat Nut Hummus! You might've had hummus before, but probably none…

Radishes are so much more than a pretty garnish. They are delicious, crunchy, vitamin C powerhouses. Originating in China, radishes…

As summer fruits make their exit for the season, there's no better time to embark on the age-old culinary tradition…

The weather is finally starting to make a change for the chillier! With a change in the season comes a…

Experience the return of Persimmons to the Chico Certified Farmer's Market! You can find them at various stalls, including Julia's…

Kiwi are truly bizarre-looking little fruits. With brown and often fuzzy exteriors and bright green or yellow interiors, kiwi fruits…

If you've been to market lately you've probably noticed that there's squash everywhere - summer and winter, big ones, small…

I love the flavor of pumpkin. It's so warm, hearty, and perfect for fall. I'm here for all the fan…

Apples are here! Just in time for October. These "forbidden" fruits have been a part of the human diet for…

It is officially autumn, and that means the return of fall fruits and vegetables! Today I'd like to tell you…

The basil plant, originally native to India, Asia, and Africa, was revered as a sacred and noble herb. The name…

Summer ends a week from today, and leaving with it are many of our favorite summertime fruits and veggies. Make…

Grapes. A fixture in still-life paintings, and the symbol of the God of Wine, Dionysus, grapes are one of the…

Figs are one of my FAVORITE late-summer fruits. They're perfect for snacking, sweet, and so versatile. You can eat them…

One of the best things about going to the Chico Certified Farmer's Market is the ambiance. It's a real treat…

Peter could pick quite a bit more than just a peck of peppers if he stopped by the Chico Certified…

Watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew, and so many more kinds of melons can be found at the Chico Certified Farmers Market. Melons…

Summer is in full swing, and the heat feels harder and harder to beat. When temperatures soar, we locals retreat…

It's been two weeks since the grand debut of the new Sunday morning market at Meriam Park. Set in the…

Isern & Sons is a small, family-owned and run business specializing solely in olive oil. Owners Lola and Antonio moved…

Independence Day is right around the corner. I can smell the fireworks already! Nothing beats spending the day with family…

Summer Solstice has passed, and we're officially in the summer season! The best part? STONE FRUIT IS BACK! That's right!…

Perhaps you've spied one or both of these wild-looking foods while perusing the market stalls for other produce, or maybe…

Temperatures are rising, but marketgoers are staying cool thanks to all the refreshingly chilled drinks and iced treats our vendors…

Berries are BACK! While strawberries made their reappearance earlier this year, they have now been joined by cherries, blackberries, and…

Overflowing with a large variety of cacti and succulents in bloom, you'll probably have noticed the Eden of a stall…

Graduation season is upon us! Get the grad in your life something special at the Chico Certified Farmer's Market. A…

MEATS Sunny skies are in the forecast, and high temperatures are coming with it. May is the month of "hot,…

With springtime comes warmer weather, blue skies, blooming greenery, and POLLEN *cue frightening sound effect*. Puffy eyes, itchy skin, and…

Strawberries are BACK!!! We are truly blessed here in California because our climate is perfect for growing big, juicy, and…

Alldrin and Sons have been providing Chico with wild Alaskan sockeye salmon for at least 15 years. The father-and-son business…

You know the rule: You have to finish your broccoli before you can have dessert! This cruciferous vegetable is likely…

Spring has officially sprung, and the market is in full bloom! With a new season comes a new cast of…

Show off your love for the Chico Certified Farmers Market with style! We're now offering tote bags, flannels, and aprons…

Spring is just around the corner, and it's bringing flowers! Every other stall at the market is selling bouquets, singles,…

Let's talk about turnips. This often-overlooked vegetable is versatile, flavorful, and packs a serious nutritional punch. With both winter and…

With spring just around the corner, it's the perfect time to start planning out that garden you've always been meaning…

As I walked around the Saturday morning market last week, one thing stood out the most: There was so much…

Most people associate winter with barren lands, but it's actually quite the opposite. There are LOTS of fruits and veggies…

The Citrus People have been growing and selling local oranges, lemons, grapefruit, limes, and more since their farm began in…

When the weather grows rainy and cold and grey, we crave the things that make us feel cozy and warm.…

The New Year brings a fresh start, and what better way to celebrate that than with some fresh blooms? Pine…

WELCOME TO 2023 CHICO! The last three years have brought so much hardship. 2023 brings with it new hope, and…

'Twas the market before Christmas, and all through the isles All the people were bustling, and brimming with smiles; The…