The farmers markets in Kentucky are a perfect way to seek out fresh vegetables from a quality source. Our beautiful state has some of the most amazing farmers in the U.S., and the produce they provide is nutritious and flavorful. Some of them even have homemade jams, jellies, pies and other kitchen creations made from the very wares they sell to the public. Sometimes you may pay a little more, others, a little less. However, you always get quality food for a reasonable price.

Shopping at the farmers markets in Kentucky is the best way to get homegrown goodness. Here are 11 to consider visiting:

11. Douglas Loop

The parking lot of the Douglas Boulevard Christian Church at 2005 Douglas Blvd in Louisville is home to this awesome market on Saturdays. We have stopped in on more than one occasion and never been disappointed. The variety and quality are both beyond reproach.

10 Bluegrass Farmers Market

This market has two locations. On Tuesdays from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., it is held at the Liquor Barn parking lot at 1837 Plaudit Road in Lexington. For convenience, it is also held at the Azur at Beaumont Centre on Thursdays from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

9. Bounty of the Barrens

This plentiful market at 108 E Public Square in Glasgow is open on Saturdays, and well worth the trip. You are guaranteed to find some of the most delicious food you will ever taste.

8. Bowling Green

There is not a big web presence for the market at 5199 Nashville Road in Bowling Green. However, word of mouth has been spreading about this cornucopia of fruits, vegetables and homemade goods for years.

7. Downtown Richmond

The best place to get fresh eggs, handmade soaps and perfect produce in Richmond is 325 N 1st Street on Saturdays. The market opens annually in April, but closes for the winter season.

6. Franklin County

The Coop at 101 Lakeview Court in Frankfort is renovating on the inside, but the farmers market is still serving up fresh produce and handmade goods on Saturdays outside.

5. Hopkinsville

This farmers market is located at 198 W 9th Street in Hopkinsville. It has some great buys for a good price on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. The market is open from April to October.

4. Lexington

This vegetable and fruit phenomena is located at 241 W Main Street in Lexington. This is one of the most popular markets in Lexington and a great stop for Saturday food pickups.

3. London Laurel

Some places just don’t need a website when they have plenty of people spreading the word and stopping by on Saturdays. The London Laurel Market at 200 Ext Road in London is on that kind of list.

2. Mercer County

This delicious food market is available on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. The local farmers are friendly and provide the best they grow.

1. Bardstown Road

This market at 1722 Bardstown Road in Louisville has not only fruits and vegetables, but also seasonal plants and flowers. It’s a great little farmers event that takes place on Saturdays.

We stop by most farmers markets in Kentucky when we run across them, as you never know what goodies you will find. At the big chains, food can be shipped from overseas, but community farmers only have Kentucky grown goods. What is your favorite farmers market to visit?