The scent of fresh produce fills the air of the tent-lined aisles, bright colors from oranges, bell peppers and strawberries are almost impossible to miss.

The Torrance Certified Farmers Market has been a heavily attended community event for 30 years. The Tuesday market, first opening in 1985, started with 20 growers. In 1992, the Saturday market opened and quickly grew with 45 growers. Today, both markets have an average of 65 growers selling their fresh produce.

Farmers markets provide the public with the “real thing” and provide a place for farmers and vendors to sell their crops and products straight to the general public.

Farmers from San Luis Obispo County with strawberries to farmers from Imperial County with broccoli and onions all flock to the farmers market every week.

The Farmers Market isn’t only about fresh produce. One end is a food court and hosts live entertainment. Local restaurants have booths set up selling hot, ready-to-eat meals.

The market is located at Wilson Park at Crenshaw Boulevard and Jefferson Street. The market is open year-round every Tuesday and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.