Farmer's Markets to Visit in the Tri-State, WI, MN and IA Area

Farmer's Markets can be found in almost every town across the three states of Minnesota, Wisconsin and Iowa. This region abounds with small hobby farmers and organic farmers. This is a bonus to the general population as you can find fresh produce and other home made goods throughout the spring, summer and fall months. If you live in southeast Minnesota, northeast Iowa, or southwest Wisconsin, read on to find out the locations of some awesome Farmer's Markets!

Along the eastern border of Minnesota lies the town of Winona. Winona borders along the Mississippi River and boasts of rugged rock cliffs and beautiful bluff scenery. The town is also home to the University of Minnesota Winona. The surrounding rural area is full of small farmers and has a large Amish community as well. The Winona Farmers Market is located downtown on the corner of 2nd Street and Main Street. This farmers market is open on Saturday from 7:30 am until 12 pm (noon) and also on Wednesday 2:00 pm until 5:00 pm. The market season runs from the middle of May through the end of October. Many vendors bring all sorts of items to the market including: fresh produce, home baked goods, honey and maple syrup.

In southwest Wisconsin you will find the town of La Crosse. La Crosse has a population of about 50,000 with a very rich rural community. La Crosse has two farmers' market locations. One is on the north side of town, in the suburb of Onalaska. This farmers market is located in the Festival Foods Plaza, just south of Interstate 90. This market abounds with vendors upon vendors displaying fresh produce for your enjoyment. The Festival Foods Farmer's Market is open Sunday from 9:00 am until 1:00 pm. The Farmers market kicks off in June and ends its season in the middle of October.