Where to Find Local Food in the Upstate + Support Farmers

Are you looking for local produce in Greenville, SC? Fortunately, Upstate residents have several options. Whether you are searching for Greenville farmer’s markets, roadside stands, or CSA farms, we’ve got you covered.

It’s that time of year again when our mouths start to water for watermelon and fresh berries and when our dinner table can easily be filled with fresh, local vegetables. We are very fortunate to live in the Upstate where there are so many options for fresh, local produce near Greenville, SC. The definition of local isn’t a concrete one. But most experts say that to be considered local, the item has to be harvested or made within 100 miles. The benefits of eating local produce are many including better flavor, nutrients, and supporting the local farmers.

This article includes:
Farmer’s Markers near Greenville, SC
Greenville, SC Area Farms that Sell Their Own Produce
Roadside Stands and Local Stores with Fresh Produce Near Greenville
Greenville Produce Delivery Services

Farmer’s Markets near Greenville

G & G Retail on Rutherford Road operates Monday – Saturday from 7:30 am – 6 pm. They will generally have everything you need, but that’s because they fill in the gaps by ordering from out of state. If you want to stick with local produce, just ask where it came from. There are plenty of local options.

The State Farmers Market is located in the same building as G & G Retail. They will have local vendors on Saturdays selling anything from baked goods to plants to produce. Open 8 am – 6 pm, Monday – Saturday.

Saturday Market Downtown Greenville is a favorite for many. This seasonal market opens at the beginning of May, every Saturday from 8:00 am-noon, through October. In addition to produce, a few booths contain local artists’ items.

Traveler’s Rest Farmers Market is at Trailblazer Park and starts on May 6, 2023, and is open from 8:30 am-Noon.

Greer Farmers Market is at Greer City Park (301 E Poinsett Street) and will be open Tuesdays starting May 2nd through August from 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm. It has artisans, bakers, makers, farmers, and live music.

Mauldin Farmers Market at the Mauldin Cultural Center has happened on Tuesdays from 5-8 pm from April-early November. Their 2023 season has not been announced yet. Several local farms are vendors, as are businesses in the area that sell food and goods.

Farmers Market at Fountain Inn at 100 Depot Street opens on May 20, 2023 and runs every Saturday from 8 am-Noon. Lots of local goodies abound at this farmers market. People love it for the small-town feel as well.

Simpsonville Farmers Market is at City Hall (118 Northeast Main Street, Simpsonville) every Saturday from 8 am-Noon beginning on May 13, 2023 and features local farms, vendors, food, and coffee.

Landrum Farmers Market is at 111 N Trade Street in Landrum. It occurs Saturdays from 8 am-Noon and runs through the summer. They have all kinds of local vendors, artisans, and farmers

Local Farms in the Upstate Where You Can Purchase Produce, Meat, and Dairy

Bethel Trails Farm has pasture-raised beef, lamb, chicken, pork, and eggs.

JBO Ranch has amazing fresh produce. Find them at the Bethel Trails Farm Saturday morning market 9 am – Noon.
2302 Friendship Church Road, Gray Court

Blue Ridge Creamery has local milk and handmade cheese.
14 Blue Ridge Drive, Travelers Rest

Clemson Area Food Exchange offers pickup options through the Clemson and Seneca areas for local food from area farms. Peruse the website to see what they offer.

Farm Fresh Butt Nuggets in Pelzer offers free-range eggs at a low cost.

Fort Powell Homestead in Powdersville offers local salad mix from St. Basil Farm by appointment.

Greenbrier Farms has local meat for sale. Check their Facebook page for the latest offerings and events.
766 Hester Store Road, Easley

Happy Cow Creamery offers milk-derived products from their cows that include chocolate milk, tons of cheeses, and local produce.
332 McKelvey Road, Pelzer

Horseshoe Farm has CSA Farmshare subscriptions available.
650 McElhaney Road, Travelers Rest

Southern Oaks Jerseys feature Jersey dairy cows to produce their items, the dairy they sell contains 20% more protein, 20% calcium, and more butterfat (flavor) than other kinds of milk. They offer their products at local markets.
1458 Highway 20, Abbeville

Providence Farm has local meat, eggs, milk, cheeses, ferments, elderberry syrup, grits, and cornmeal.
110 Walker Road, Anderson

Skyland Farms offers farm-raised meat, local-sourced produce, mushrooms, and eggs.
4124 North Hwy 14, Greer

Split Creek Farm has goat’s milk, goat cheese, yogurt, and fudge available at their Anderson farm. Bonus points because you can see baby goats while you swing by the farm shop on weekends.
3806 Centerville Road, Anderson

The Toasty Farmer – an indoor farmers market during the winter held at Brewery 85. They have at least one local farmer with produce plus other farms that bring fish and meat. They also have other fantastic vendors – we highly recommend.
6 Whitlee Court, Greenville, SC

Greenville State Farmers Market – open daily year-round and located not far from downtown Greenville. They have some great prices on things like produce and beans. They also carry meat, eggs, coffee, and other goodies.
1354 Rutherford Rd, Greenville

Produce Roadside Stands and Local Stores Near Greenville

Topsoil Kitchen & Market, while not a farm, does work with many local farms to sell their produce and other goods. Plus, they’ve got ready-made meals to order with curbside pickup!
13 S Main Street, Travelers Rest

Carolina Fresh Market & More has tons of local food available at the small market.
6619 US 29, Pelzer

Farmacy in Easley has lots of local produce, milk, soaps, cheese, and eggs. 508 South B Street, Easley

Mauldin Open Air Market on Butler Road, open year-round.
699 East Butler Road, Mauldin

Taylor Boys Produce has a list online you can choose from that includes fruit and vegetables. Pickup is available at their location in Enoree.
4138 Cross Anchor Road, Enoree

Tomato Vine – open year-round. Follow on Facebook for the most up-to-date inventory of produce.
4120 Old Buncombe Road, Greenville

Dillard’s Peach Stand opens in late spring with local produce like tomatoes, corn, jalapenos, cantaloupes, and berries – plus peaches of course – once the peach season begins. Only open during the summer.

Fisher’s Orchard on Jordan Road in Greer. They are generally known for their peaches, but during the peach season, they also offer quite a bit of local produce. Only open during the summer.
504 South Buncombe Road, Greer

Bagwell Farms offers lots of summer produce like watermelons, squash, and corn.
1605 Jonesville Road, Simpsonville

Swamp Rabbit Cafe offers a produce box full of local produce for under $30. Order online and do curbside pickup.
205 Cedar Lane Road, Greenville

Bob & Lisa’s Produce is open seasonally, and offers veggies, fruits, jams, and more.
9706 Anderson Road, Piedmont

Online Local Produce that Delivers in Greenville

This is a relatively new and exciting way to buy local produce. You go online to these sites, order the produce you want and they collect from local farms and deliver to an agreed-upon location. Neat, huh?

Growing Green Family Farms is offering delivery and pickup of local produce.

Don’t forget – local CSAs are another fantastic option for local produce.