Farmers' Market Products

All of the fresh fruits and vegetables in our farmers' market are brought to you by the very farmers that planted, nurtured and harvested the crops. While the diversity of climate and growing areas in California allow for an incredible diversity of farm-fresh products to be available throughout the year, the fruits and vegetables the farmers harvest and that you will in the market changes with the seasons. Choose an item from the list at the left to learn more about some of the products in season now.

This week's featured product is Cherries.

Cherries contain anthocyanins, the red pigment in berries that has been shown to reduce pain and inflammation. Cherries have also been shown to contain high levels of melatonin which is important for the function of the immune system and emotional well-being.

They may be used in soups, salads, relishes, and in decadent desserts, although they are often best enjoyed fresh off the stem. More than 500 varieties of sweet cherries exist, and you are likely to find a dozen or so different varieties at the farmers' market. Cherries have a very short season, typically starting mid to late April and ending in June. So get them fresh from the farmer at your local farmers' market while they're here!

Click here to find producers growing cherries.

Click here to find recipes using cherries.

Nutritional Information

One serving of cherries is 1 cup, without pits.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 154 g  
Amount Per Serving
Calories 97 Calories from Fat 3
  % Daily Value*
Total Fat 0 g 0%
  Saturated Fat 0 g 0%
  Trans Fat 0 g  
Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Sodium 0 mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 25 g 8%
  Dietary Fiber 3 g 13%
  Sugars 20 g  
Protein 2 g  
Vitamin A 2% Vitamin C 18%
Calcium 2% Iron 3%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. 2009. USDA National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference, Release 22. Nutrient Data Laboratory Home Page, http://www.ars.usda.gov/nutrientdata.