Farmers Market Grilling Guide
July 2, 2026
This grilling season, keep it fresh, simple, and sustainable by supporting local farmers and ranchers.
Celebrating 50 Years of Legendary Fruit at Frog Hollow Farm
June 26, 2026
This year marks the 50th anniversary of Frog Hollow Farm, one of the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market’s founding farms.
Fatherhood and Farming: Local Farmers on Passing Down Traditions
June 19, 2026
For Father’s Day, we spoke to three local farmers about the lessons they’ve learned from their fathers and grandfathers and, for those who have children, the lessons they hope to pass down.
Volunteer of the Month: Stephanie Tan
June 18, 2026
Thank you to Stephanie Tan, who has brought her passion for local food and strong work ethic to Foodwise by volunteering in a variety of roles since February 2025.
Taste the Sunshine: A Farmers Market Guide to Stone Fruit
June 12, 2026
While Karl the Fog envelops the Bay Area, cherries, peaches, and other stone fruit brings a ray of sweet sunshine to the farmers market.
Intern Spotlight: Rosemary Segura and Kelly Zhang
June 9, 2026
Thank you to Education Interns Rosemary Segura and Kelly Zhang, who both joined the Foodwise team in August 2025.
Get to Know These 27 Bay Area Black-Owned Businesses at Juneteenth on the Waterfront
June 5, 2026
Our sixth annual Juneteenth on the Waterfront will be our biggest one yet! Read on to meet 9 Black entrepreneurs who are new to participating in Juneteenth on the Waterfront, and get reacquainted with 18 returning vendors that you already know and love.
Perez Brothers Farms: Growing Sweet Fruit with Deep Central Valley Roots
May 29, 2026
Based in the Central Valley, next-generation farmer Daniel Perez and his family are bringing innovation to their offerings with fresh fruit juices, jams, and snacks.
Local Farmers on the Cost of Running a Sustainable Business
May 22, 2026
We spoke to a few of our farmers about the money they invest into growing fresh produce, and all of the care and consideration that goes into the prices you see at the market.
10+ Berry Delicious Recipes to Enjoy at the Farmers Market
May 15, 2026
Wondering what to do with a flat of fresh berries? Start with a recipe from this list, each created and demonstrated by chefs, food makers, and friends of Foodwise.
5 Reasons Why Farmers Market Strawberries Taste Better
May 8, 2026
We spoke to Curtis Lucero of Lucero Organic Farms and Poli Yerena of Yerena Farms about their strawberries, shoppers’ most frequently asked questions, and the best ways to eat and store their delicious fruits.
Lagier Ranches Retires from Farming
May 6, 2026
John Lagier and Casey Havre of Lagier Ranches have announced their retirement from farming. An organic pioneer, Lagier Ranches was a Ferry Plaza Farmers Market fixture, known for specialties like fresh almonds in the fall, juicy citrus in the winter, sour cherries in the spring (a rare and sought-after treat), and Bronx grapes in the […]