COMPTON COLLEGE FARMERS’ MARKET
WEDNESDAYS 3 PM - 7:30 PM
1111 E Artesia Blvd
Compton, CA 90221
More information on IG: @comptoncollegefm
“NEW COMPTON COLLEGE FARMERS MARKET HELPS STUDENTS FIGHT FOOD INSECURITY”
— Spectrum News
Launched in November 2022, Food Access LA’s Compton College Farmers’ Market serves the Compton College students and faculty as well as the greater Compton Community.
The Compton College Farmers’ Market hosts regional farmers like JM Produce, C&L Farms, and Angelo Ranch. The market also features local Compton and South Los Angeles-based food vendors such as Pucker Up Lemonade, Fun Time Kettle Corn and more!
EBT benefits are matched dollar for dollar up to $30 with funds from the LA County ARP Market Match program. Compton College students receive $20 market dollars weekly to purchase produce, hot and prepared foods, and more. WIC and Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program checks (FMNP) are also accepted. Stop by the information booth for more details!
Parking Information:
Compton College Farmers' Market is situated in Tartar Village, across from the gymnasium and the Math and Science Building nearest to the Artesia Blvd. entrance on campus. The market is accessible by foot, bicycle, train, bus, and car. Bus routes to the market include the 60, 141, and 260. Parking is available in Lot A for $3 a day.
Wondering who and what you’ll find at the Compton College Farmers’ Market? Take a look at our vendor lists below:
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Angelo Ranch | berries, citrus, stone fruit, avocados | nectarineboyss
C&L Farms | berries | @jmproduce23
G Farms | citrus, apples, stone fruit | gfarms_organic
JM Produce | vegetables, eggs | @jmproduce23
Markowicz Egg Ranch (Henry’s Farm) | eggs
MP Family Farms | vegetables and berries | @mpfamilyfarm
Rescued Bees Honey Farm | honey, beeswax, candles | @rescuedbees
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African Food Kitchen | East African cuisine | african_food_kitchen_
Bonjour Spreads | kefir, vegan yogurt, Mediterranean sides | @bonjouryogurts
Cane Coffee Company | SoCal coffee roaster | canecoffeecompany
Delicious Fish Tacos | shrimp, tilapia, and salmon tacos, burritos, quesadillas and salads
Fun Time Kettle Corn | various favors of popcorn | funtimekettlecorn
Hey Brother Baker | artisan bread | @heybrotherbaker
J.F.C. Japanese Fried Chicken | Karaage | yatai.la
Le Saint Honoré | french pastries | @lesainthonorellc
Me Gusta Tamale | tamales | @megustatamales
Mud Cookies | gourmet cookies | @eatmudcookies
Pucker Up Lemonade Company | over 100 flavors of lemonade puckeruplemonadeco
South Bay Concessions | acai bowls with various toppings
Tropical Islands (Papas and Dogs) | carne asada, chicken and pork tacos, burritos, and quesdillas with agua frescas | @officialpapasanddogs
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*Vendor attendance varies.
Bohemian Rhapsody Bead Art | handmade beaded jewelry
Sweet Soul Soaps | handmade soaps, bath salts, and body oils
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CalFresh - with Compton College | assists with applying for Cal Fresh, case management | 310-900-1600 ext. 2974 mreyes13@compton.edu
Educational Partnerships - with Compton College | offers information about joining Compton College and programs for student success | 310-900-1600 ext. 2762 mhernandez6@compton.edu
Green Arrow | casey@greenarrowcolab.org
LA County - Department of Mental Health | information on resources related to mental health | kecollins@dmh.lacounty.gov
LA County - Department of Public Health | teaches hands-only CPR on the spot, healthy cookbooks | sossey@ph.lacounty.gov
NHS | home buying resources | igutierrez@nhslacounty.org
Our Community LA (OCLA) | promotion of the WIN app, a resource app for legal services, food sources, homelessness, etc. | colleges@oclawin.org
Volunteers of America | We are a nonprofit organization, we offer Head Start and Early Head Start services in the cities of Compton, Paramount, and Lynwood to low-income families. | fvaldez@voala.org
PLEASE SUPPORT YOUR LOS ANGELES FARMERS’ MARKETS
With your generous support, our extensive vendor roster and city-wide programs are able to accomplish milestones in the progression of healthy habits, smart food choices, and community-based activities that bring a town together.
Thank you for your donation!