Ramsey Farmers Market

Ramsey Farmers Market ties its purpose directly to Ramsey’s farming past: its mission is to extend the Ramsey Historical Association’s work by building interest in the borough’s history as a farming community while also educating shoppers about eating locally grown foods. That gives this market a distinct frame. It is not only a place to buy vegetables, prepared foods, and pantry staples, but also a nonprofit market built to connect present-day shopping with Ramsey’s local history. The market is located at the Ramsey Main Street Train Station at Erie Plaza, a setting that places it right in an everyday borough crossroads rather than apart from it.

Why it matters locally

The market was established in January 2010 by the Ramsey Historical Association in coordination with the Borough of Ramsey, linking it directly to local civic and historical institutions. Its mission goes beyond sales: it aims to educate the community about the importance of eating locally grown foods and to provide local residents and businesses with a convenient place to obtain and sell locally grown and artisan-produced natural products. That local emphasis also shows up in the organizations around it, from the Ramsey Chamber of Commerce and Ramsey Library to the Center for Food Action and Ramsey Environmental Commission, all named in its community network.

What you'll find there

The vendor mix here leans heavily toward artisan foods, prepared dishes, specialty pantry goods, and a smaller set of farm-based staples. Shoppers can build a full trip from produce, mushrooms, fruit, cheese, seafood, breads, and frozen meals, then add condiments, snacks, flowers, and practical services.

• -Pick up certified organic vegetables, fruit, and herbs from Norwich Meadows Farm LLC.
• -Find exotic mushrooms and responsibly grown vegetables from Madura Farms.
• -Choose orchard fruits and bakery products from Orchards of Concklin.
• -Bring home farmstead cheeses from grass-fed cows from Chaseholm Farm.
• -Add goat milk, goat cheese, and goat-gurt from Edgwick Farm.
• -Stock up on aged artisan cheeses, butters, and flavored yogurt from Valley Shepherd Creamery.
• -Shop pasture raised meats from Baldwin Family Farm.
• -Look for fresh seafood from Pura Vida Fisheries, listed as coming from Hampton Bays with Captain Rick Lofstad.
• -Grab artisanal handmade pasta and sauces from Nicola's Pasta Fresca.
• -Order homemade Mexican fare from EMX Mexican Cuisine, also listed as Emulsion MX.
• -Try Lebanese kabobs, including chicken, lamb, and falafel, from Lara's Kitchen.
• -Bring home steamed and frozen momos from Sikkim Hut The Taste of Himalaya.
• -Pick up organic prepared foods made with local ingredients from The Wild Radish.
• -Find single source fair trade organic coffee from BeanLuv Coffee.
• -Pour kombucha from Om Champagne Tea.
• -Add handmade Japanese salad dressings from MOMO Dressing.
• -Choose innovative jams, jellies, and mustards from Coyote Kitchen.
• -Take home lovely single stem flowers and bouquets from Far and Away Flower Farm.
• -Use Hudson Grinding Knife Sharpening for knife sharpening and blade repairs.

Special events are part of the calendar too, including an EV Car Show on April 19, a Strawberry Festival on June 7, a Peach Festival on August 16, an Apple Festival on September 27, and Touch-a-Truck dates in April and October.

Know before you go

No dogs are allowed, which is the clearest visit-planning rule to know before arriving. The market is set at the Ramsey Main Street Train Station at Erie Plaza off Main Street, with the street address listed as 73 Monroe St, so using the station and plaza as your mental landmark will help. Restrooms are not available on-site. For questions tied to the market itself, Nancy Boone is listed as the market manager, and Lorraine Castellano is named as children’s activity coordinator, which fits the market’s active event calendar.

Payments & SNAP

SNAP/EBT is accepted at Ramsey Farmers Market, giving shoppers a clear food-access option alongside the market’s regular vendor lineup. The market also references the WIC & Sr. Certificate Program and notes that participation varies among farmers and food purveyors. Payment information is presented clearly by the market, which helps when planning purchases across farm vendors and prepared-food stands.