What can you find at a Certified Farmer's Market? Hundreds of varieties of fresh fruits and vegetables, fresh honey and beeswax candles, and other California agricultural products like Emu meats and by-products.  Certified Farmers' Markets by State law can have a portion of the market dedicated to other products which cannot be certified by the Agriculture Commissioner as grown in its entirety by the farmer. The most common 'non-certified' products in a Certified Farmers' Market is breads and other bakery items.At the Placerville, South Lake Tahoe and El Dorado Hills markets there are other kitchen items like jams, jellies and salsas and garden items too.   

Favorite fruits in the markets are: apples, apricots, blackberries, cherries, figs, grapes, grapefruits, melons, nectarines, oranges, peaches, pears, persimmons, plums, prunes, raspberries, rhubarb and more.

The best of nutrition and flavor is found in summertime vegetables and herbs. Favorites at the markets include: Asian vegetables, asparagus, beans, cabbage, carrots, chard, corn, cucumbers, eggplant, kale, lettuces, mushrooms, okra, onions, peas, peppers, potatoes, pumpkins, radishes, spinach, summer squash, tomatoes, zucchini and more.  Favorite herbs include: basil, dill, lavender, mint, parsley, rosemary, thyme and more.

Flowers & Nursery Stock.  Among the certified products are a variety of flowers and nursery stock which can brighten any day. Fresh cut flowers are available and growers frequently supply flowers for special occasions such as parties and weddings. Nursery stocks suited for California's climate are available at each market in small pots and gallons.

Gardening Ideas.  Fun ideas for your garden are also there. There are ornamental garden pieces, pots and garden basket hooks.

Fresh Breads.  To compliment the certified produce, the markets have fresh breads, rolls, and other treats.  Baked especially for the market day, the aroma of its freshness is proof of quality.

Fine Preserves and Pies.  Among the products at the markets you will find sweet jams, jellies, preserves, and fresh pies and cobblers to compliment dinner menus. Also items like fine jalapeno jelly and preserved garlic.

Kitchen Items.  The markets include unique items to compliment your kitchen and dining experience like tablecloths and mats, pot holders, towels and market baskets.