East Texas Farm Region

East Texas is known for its rich, sandy-loam soils, dense pine forests, and a warm, humid climate that supports a wide variety of crops. Farmers in this region grow everything from sweet potatoes and tomatoes to blueberries, peaches, and specialty vegetables.

Major Areas

  • Tyler

  • Longview

  • Lufkin

  • Nacogdoches

  • Jacksonville

  • Henderson

Popular Crops

  • Blueberries

  • Blackberries

  • Sweet potatoes

  • Tomatoes

  • Peaches

  • Squash & zucchini

  • Peppers

  • Leafy greens

What You'll Find Here

  • Blueberry, blackberry, and peach u-pick farms

  • Fresh-produce stands

  • Family-run vegetable farms

  • Local honey, eggs, jams & baked goods

  • Seasonal farmers markets

  • Pine-shaded rural barns and scenic farmland

Top Farmers Markets in East Texas

Nacogdoches Farmers Market
Saturday — 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
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Rose City Farmers Market (Tyler)
Saturday — 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
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Historic Longview Farmers Market
Saturday — 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM
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Tyler Farmers Market
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday — 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM
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Top Pick-Your-Own Farms in East Texas

Blueberry Hill Farms (Edom)
Blueberries, blackberries, peaches
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Eden Hill Blueberry Farm (Lindale)
Blueberries, blackberries
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B&B Farm (Nacogdoches)
Blueberries, blackberries, seasonal vegetables
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The Blueberry Place (near Gilmer)
Blueberries
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