Jackson Heights Greenmarket

This is one of my favorite green markets to go to in Queens. They usually have a large selection of fresh produce, lavender, fresh baked goods, fresh fish, honey and selection of yogurts.
They are only open on Sundays so make sure to make it early to get all these great products.
My favorite reason to go is to interact with the workers. My favorite employee is Pierina; she would always have a smile on her face and was always available to help. When I didn't have cash, she would help me with the debit and credit tokens.
I have not seen her in a while so I am wondering what happened to her since she has been working there every Sunday since I can remember. I will try to locate her at other green markets.

Out of all the green markets in Queens I feel like the Jackson Heights location that is open Sunday only is the best. I try to come every Sunday to take a look at the offerings. My favorite item during the summer is the corn on the cob. And during the fall and winter I like the apples Ambrosia is my favorite. Is it expensive yes but so is every other Green Market.

A lovely farmers market for sunday mornings. Stalls sell a pretty good variety of fruit, veggies, fresh herbs, cheese and other dairy, and baked goods. I come to buy fresh fruit and herbs, and sometimes pick up a few baked treats as well. There's also a booth selling seasonal flowers.

This is a review solely to GROWNYC the organization that organizes Jackson Heights market during COVID-19.

I've been going to Jackson Heights market for more than seven years and love that we have access to fresh produce however our life changed drastically this year and that reflects on how farmers markets GROWNYC conducts business.

These are some of the changes and issues I have mentioned and hope will be helpful to you:

1. Not all vendors list their prices and they change/ charge depending of your ethnicity. If you are Latino and speak Spanish you can get away with good deal from some of the farmers as price is not listed.

2. You are not allowed to touch produce the staff that picks up the produce for you is not very sufficient and if you don't speak Spanish is a bit difficult to communicate. I've end up with cucumbers and zucchini that had to be tossed in the trash in a day after purchase.

I wonder why we can pick up our produce in supermarkets but GROWNYC doesn't allow us to pick our produce at their markets. Are the regulations different or COVID is dangerous for outdoors markets and not so much inside supermarkets?

3. Once your purchases are gathered in bags they are placed in basket by the staff behind the register while you pay. Do check your purchases because I end up spending $7 on tomatoes that were missing in the bag. Yes I know it's my fault that I didn't double check when I picked up from the basket after I paid but if I'm supporting local farmers it's two way street and trust should be solid.

4. When you pick up your produce take your time and do not allow the staff that places your purchases in bags to rush you!

5. Make sure you check the cost of produce and if the staff calculates it correctly.

6. If you have issues or problems with your purchases do not expect that GROWNYC will help you resolve the issue/problems. Make sure you double check your purchases and you are charged correctly regardless how many people are online and the farmers are trying to rush you.

5. Be prepared to wait so plan accordingly after all we have restricted pandemic lifestyle.

I have contacted GROWNYC via social media in regards of missing purchases from their vendor they ignored me as well as the person appointed at the market.

I hope by sharing my last month farmers market experience is helpful to all of you.

Another great find in the greatest borough in the world.

Open only Sundays but year-round, 8am to 2pm. Tons of variety. Loaded up on vegetables for Thanksgiving dinner. Also got a fantastic San Francisco sourdough that was the best I've had outside of SF. The lines for the tamales were unfortunately a little too long for us, but it just gives us more incentive to come back. The only complaint I have is that certain stands are somewhat disorganized. That's it. Otherwise this is a fantastic green market.

Smaller than the Saturdays Union Square Farmers' Market but also packed with lots of variety!

I enjoy visiting this farmers' market because of the variety of produce brought to the local street(s).

One can find anything from flowers to herbs, spices, fruits, veggies, apple cider, Korean pastes, free samples, vegan baked goods, breads, cookies, fish, duck and other poultry, pig products, beef, assorted mushrooms, tamales (the one closer to 78th street is best, but if you're up for a sweet or dessert tamale, go to the lady on 80th), booze, syrups, honeys, NYC groups that take used clothing and textiles, compost, and a recycling book stand where anyone can take, swap, or donate books.

It's also one block away from Travers Park which was recently updated. Great place to go for a stroll and enjoy.

Happy shops!

Great market.
Except for the witch at the coins desk. She needs a course in customer service. I stopped by there to use my debit card in exchange for coins. DEBIT not EBT....making it clear.
The vendor that sells apple cider donuts only accepts cash or coins. She told me to join the line. Um! There was no line. He lost a sale and she should work behind a wall not facing customers.

The Jackson Heights Greenmarket is only open on Sundays.

Come early to get your greens. There are limited supplies like Dandelion. Only three bunches to select from. Do not know it they in season or not. Some items are very expensive like fresh ginger.

Definitely it's the season for apples. Prices are reasonable for seasonal items. Samples are ample for everyone to try. Very laid back shopping here. This is a small farmer's market in Queens situated around a park. Lots of patrons from the neighborhood with their dogs shopping around.

Had fun time just walking around and sitting on bench and just people watching. Nice break and getaway from it all. More booths for sweets and bread.

Will be back again.

Local farmers markets are a great way to add variety to your diet and support a more diverse agricultural system. The Jackson Heights Greenmarket is a popular and good sized market in Jackson Heights on Sunday mornings. The vendors surround Travers Park with their booths.

On my trip, I saw a wide variety of options. They have lots of local seasonal fruits and vegetables including options to use SNAP with bonus vouchers to buy more healthy foods. There are several meat and cheese vendors for some great local Sunday dinner options. Several other artisanal vendors have other food and craft items.

While not the biggest, this one is in a area that needs and appreciates the option. Even visitors like me can grab some fresh options to avoid eating pizza for every meal!

Awesome variety and great prices. Cheaper than Union square and and much easier to get parking. I picked up some fresh carrots for $2.50 a bunch. That is cheaper than Fairways and my local market. Today they had some food vendors and th best one was the lady with the grilled Mexican corn on corner of 78th Ave and 34th Ave. The corn was devoured by my daughter and at $2.50 it's CHEAP!
Looking to come back regularly!