History
The market plans began under unique circumstances when farmers from the agricultural areas surrounding Houston experienced difficulties finding venues to sell their produce. The farmers took action and launched a campaign to acquire commitments from 500 of their own to exclusively utilize a proposed cooperative market for the sale of their goods. This, along with monetary investments, was achieved quickly. On July 14, 1941 the Farmer's Cooperative Marketing Association of Houston, Texas acquired 9.5 acres to begin its operations. Running the market was no easy feat. The farmers experienced trying times, but with hard work and dedication, the market has flourished for more than 75 years. Subsequent property acquisitions have seen it grow into the nearly 18-acre complex of retail and wholesale fruits, vegetables and related items it has become today.
Specialties
Founded in 1942, the Houston Farmers Market is the oldest and largest in the city. With nearly 100 different merchants spread out across our 18-acre property, we have an extensive variety of both unique and staple produce, herbs, and spices. The Houston Farmers Market is undergoing extensive renovation to transform the market into a community retail and dining destination.