It's time for farm-fresh produce in Mat-Su. Here's where to find it.

The Matanuska-Susitna Valley is Alaska’s top spot for farm-fresh summer vegetables.

With summer in full swing, locals can take advantage of the bounty, too. But where can residents go to find Alaska-grown produce?

Starting now, residents can find Mat-Su produce carried in Fred Meyer, Carrs and Three Bears Alaska locations throughout the valley, local farm bureau officials announced this week.

But what about farm stands?

To answer that question, the Mat-Su Sentinel compiled a list of Mat-Su farm stands and farmers markets that feature locally grown produce. This list includes only stands or locations with consistent hours and dates throughout the summer. Visit the listed websites to double-check that the location you want to visit is open before you head out.

This list is a work in progress. It was compiled using information submitted by readers and a directory created by the Alaska Farmers Market Association. But we know we missed some spots, so we need your help to make this list more complete. Fill out this form to make a suggestion.

Big Lake

Big Lake Farmer's Market
Location: 6189 S. Carat, Big Lake (Common Ground Alaska farm)
Days: Saturdays, June through September
Hours: noon to 6 p.m.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/commongroundalaska

Palmer

Matanuska Community Farmers Market
Location: United Protestant Church, 713 S. Denali St., Palmer
Days: Wednesdays, early June through September
Hours: 4 to 7 p.m.
More information: Accepts WIC/SNAP. SNAP dollars are doubled up to $40 each market day.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/matanuskacommunityfarmersmarket

Palmer Friday Fling
Location: Downtown Palmer, 720 S. Valley Way
Days: Fridays, mid-May through mid-August
Hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/FridayFlings

Bushes Bunches Produce Stand
Location: 2355 N. Old Glenn Hwy., Palmer
Days: Daily
Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/BushesBunches/

MoonStone Farm Stand
Location: 2141 S. Church St., Palmer
Days: Thursdays and Saturdays (seasonal starting in early July)
Hours: 2 to 6 p.m.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/moonstonefarmalaska

Talkeetna

Fairview Farmers Market
Location: Fairview Inn, 101 N. Main St., Talkeetna
Days: Fridays
Hours: 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Website: (Not provided)

Flying Squirrel Bakery Cafe
Location: 26205 Talkeetna Spur Rd., Mile 11, Talkeetna
Days: Tuesday–Sunday
Hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
More details: Items sourced from Birch Creek Ranch, July through September - order from the counter. 
Website: https://www.flyingsquirrelcafe.com/

Wasilla

Wasilla Farmers Market
Location: Wonderland/Iditapark, corner of Nelson and Weber streets, Wasilla
Days: Wednesdays, June through mid-September
Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/WasillaFarmersMarket/

Willow

Willow Farmers Market
Location: Mile 69, Parks Hwy., Willow
Days: Fridays, June 19 through mid-September
Hours: 2 to 7 p.m.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/WasillaFarmersMarket/

Sheep Creek Lodge
Location: Mile 88, Parks Hwy., Willow, AK 99688
Days: Thursdays
Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Website: https://sheepcreeklodgeak.com/

-- Contact Amy Bushatz at contact@matsusentinel.com