Coastal Foodshed is a farmer food hub that makes it easier for growers to sell and consumers to buy local foods.

How we help

Coastal Foodshed local farm food distribution

Bringing fresh local foods to Greater New Bedford and Greater Fall River

Simply by buying local, you:

  • Strengthen the local economy
  • Create a more resilient local food system
  • Preserve small local farms and farmland
  • Enhance environmental sustainability
Our Programs

WHEN TO SHOP

Don’t miss the next opportunity to shop for farm-fresh foods near you!

Mobile Farm Stand Shopping Schedule

SHOP IN PERSON
Tuesdays: 9–5pm
Wednesdays: 9–5pm
Thursday: 9–5pm
Fridays: 9–5pm

Open year-round! Located in S1-57; first floor. For direct access, use side entrance door on the south side of the building near NB Antiques.

New Bedford Farmers Market Schedule

SHOP IN PERSON OUTDOOR:
Thursdays: 2–6pm (June–October)
outside in Buttonwood Park on Buttonwood St.

SHOP IN PERSON INDOOR:
Saturdays: 10–2pm (Nov–May)
inside the Buttonwood Park Senior Center/Warming House 

Coastal Foodshed Virtual Market Schedule
Shop Online Here!
Where we deliver

SHOPPING WINDOWS:
For Wednesdays: Thursday 12pm–Tuesday 1pm
For Fridays: Saturday 12am–Thursday 12pm

DELIVERY:
Wednesdays & Fridays: 12pm–6pm
PICK-UP:
Wednesdays & Fridays: 2pm–5pm

local farmer at farmers market

Our Farmers and Makers

Your purchases support Greater New Bedford’s family-owned farms and producers who are passionate about the food they make and grow.

Learn More

I shop at the New Bedford Farmers Market because local food is a good and wise choice for all of us in the community. I also love supporting local farmers. —Faith Burkley
We use EBT and had no idea about the Healthy Incentives Program. This is our first time here and we bought the entire place out! —Greg & Colleen
Because the Quality of Food is GREAT! and why wouldn’t I want to support local farmers who are my neighbors…. they build soil health, community and are amazing people. —Adam D
I've been selling my produce at the New Bedford Farmers market for over 10 years! The vendors and customers are what keep me coming back to sell at this market every year. We really are a big family. —Jeff