The mission of Ujima Natural Farmers Market is to provide a venue where farmers (St. Thomas, Kingston & St. Andrew and Portland), producers, crafters and artisans come together to provide a variety of fresh naturally grown (pesticide free) produce and related products directly to the consumer. The market encourages direct communication between consumers and growers, fosters social gathering and community building, and promotes nutritious food choices.

offerings at The Ujima Natural Farmers Market

The Ujima Natural Farmers Market is primarily designed to admit only Farmers who grow naturally using GMO-free seeds. Our Farmers’ Market does allow crafters and artisans who are using 70% to 80% natural ingredients in their products. No GMO or processed and pre-packaged items are allowed.

Items available at the Market- fruits, vegetables, nuts, meats, poultry, eggs, dairy, honey, oils, goat milk products, gluten-free baked goods, plant medicinals (herbal teas, kombucha, powdered supplements), seedlings, cut flowers and processed farm items such as jams, preserves, beverages. Other non-food items include natural soaps, candles, jewellery, clothing, and books.

The market allows a few spaces for small food businesses such as bread makers plus other specialty and ready-to-eat foods. Pop-up vendors of specialty items are considered on an individual basis.

No space is given to wholesalers or resellers nor vendors of imported arts and crafts or other non food/farm business. The primary purpose of these markets is to enable local farmers to sell directly to the public that which they produce on their own farms.

Ujima Wellness Conversations and Educational Lectures
The Ujima community also provides free or donation-based monthly wellness and health education lectures with noted experts and academics.

For the Youngsters
STEM and musical activities are available for children at nominal cost for parents who are present onsite while they shop.

Market Location
The market is located inside Hope Gardens’ heritage gate entrance, 231 Old Hope Road, Kingston. This entrance is closest to the Hope Pastures stoplight and before the Gardenia Boulevard stoplight when travelling up from Liguanea.

Market Operations
The Market happens every Saturday of each month, rain or shine. Vendors sell from 9am to 3pm.

Join our mailing list to preview what will be at the next market. Contact ujimanaturals@gmail.com or call 876-421-8838.

Vendor Applications are available by emailing ujimanaturals@gmail.com.