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Baltimore Farmers Markets: Buy Fresh July Tomatoes, Corn, Berries Now
Baltimore residents can fill baskets with July tomatoes, corn and berries at neighborhood stands that open early on weekends.
How we reported this
Baltimore farmers markets report strong July turnout for local corn and tomatoes picked within 50 miles of the city.
Peak summer produce hits stands now because Maryland farms time harvests for the hottest weeks, giving shoppers lower prices and higher nutrient levels than off-season imports. Local nutrition programs tie this timing to better vitamin intake from just-picked items that reach tables within two days.
The 32nd Street Farmers Market in Waverly runs Saturdays from 7 a.m. to noon at the intersection with Chestnut Avenue, where more than 30 vendors set up under tents. The Fells Point Farmers Market operates Sundays along Broadway between Fleet and Thames streets, drawing growers from Baltimore County plots.
Current prices and volume data
A June 2026 count by the Baltimore City Office of Sustainability showed 18,400 pounds of produce sold across these two markets in the first week of July, with sweet corn priced at $0.75 per ear and pint baskets of blueberries at $4.50. Those figures sit below supermarket averages for the same items shipped from farther states.
Simple ways to use the haul
Shoppers can slice the tomatoes for salads or grill the corn with minimal oil to keep meals under 400 calories. Zucchini and peaches also appear in volume this month and work well in quick sautés or fresh snacks. The city health department lists both markets on its seasonal produce guide updated each spring.
Anyone planning regular visits should check the city website for vendor lists and parking notes before heading out. Local medical professionals can review individual diet changes for personal needs.