Grow, Sell & Eat Local!

The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) administers programs that facilitate the efficient, fair marketing of U.S. agricultural products, including food, fiber, and specialty crops. AMS provides the agriculture industry with valuable services that help ensure the quality and availability of wholesome food for consumers across the county. The agency supports agriculture through a variety of programs including: Dairy Programs; Fruit and Vegetable Program; Livestock, Poultry and Seed Program; Cotton and Tobacco Program; National Organic Program; Science and Technology Program; and the Transportation and Marketing Program. From individual farmers to international businesses, our mission is to support American agriculture, helping the U.S. remain competitive in a global marketplace


Agricultural Marketing Service - Farmers Markets and Local Food Marketing


Location And Schedule:

Corner 12th St. & Independence Ave. SW, Washington, DC 20024
June - November Friday 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

1400 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20228
January - May Wednesday 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM December Wednesday 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM


Payments Accepted:

Produce and Goods:

Other Farmers Markets In District of Columbia County, DC:


2000 14 ST NW Washington, DC 20009

18th St. and Columbia Rd. NW Washington, DC 20009

4th Street and I Street, SW Washington, DC 20024

100 block of R NW Washington, DC 20001

Lafayette Elementary School Washington, DC 20015