Joplin, Missouri
931 E 4th St
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931 E 4th St
Hours
Saturdays, 8 AM - 12 PM, May - October 2026
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Accepted
SNAP / EBT
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Organic
Cash preferred
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Empire Market operates in Joplin, Missouri as a dedicated space for small farms and local food businesses to sell directly to the public — no middlemen, just fresh goods.
Market hours are Saturdays, 8 AM - 12 PM, May - October 2026. Hours and participating vendors may vary — verify before making the trip.
Empire Market is part of a national network of farmers markets that have grown substantially over the past two decades. According to USDA data, the number of registered farmers markets in the United States has expanded significantly, reflecting growing consumer demand for local, transparent food sourcing. Empire Market contributes to that network by giving Joplin-area growers and food producers a reliable, recurring venue for direct sales.
For consumers, the practical benefit of shopping at Empire Market is freshness. Produce sold at a farmers market is typically harvested within 24 to 72 hours of sale — far less time than the average transit and distribution time for produce in conventional supply chains. That shorter journey from field to table has real implications for flavor, nutritional density, and shelf life at home. Strawberries bought at Empire Market on a Saturday morning are simply a different product from strawberries that have traveled across the country in a refrigerated truck.
The economic impact of a market like Empire Market is also worth noting. When you spend money at Empire Market, most of that money stays within the Joplin area. Small farms and food businesses that sell direct-to-consumer do not depend on wholesale distribution margins, which means a larger percentage of each sale goes back to the producer — and back into the local economy. That is a meaningful difference from shopping at a national chain retailer.
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931 E 4th St
Joplin, Missouri 64801
Schedule
Saturdays, 8 AM - 12 PM, May - October 2026
Data sourced from USDA National Farmers Market Directory
DirectionsSNAP / EBT
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
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Not listed in USDA directory
Credit & Debit Cards
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Cash
Always accepted at this market
Payment info is sourced from USDA records. Confirm directly with the market before your visit.
Here is what to keep in mind before heading to Empire Market in Joplin.
Empire Market reflects Joplin's commitment to local food systems, creating a marketplace where producers and consumers can build lasting relationships grounded in trust and quality.
Shoppers using EBT can take advantage of Empire Market's SNAP acceptance to buy locally grown produce, eggs, and other eligible items from vendors.
Empire Market is located at 931 E 4th St, Joplin, Missouri 64801.
Empire Market is open Saturdays, 8 AM - 12 PM, May - October 2026. Always confirm hours before visiting as schedules may vary seasonally.
Yes, Empire Market accepts SNAP/EBT benefits. You can use your EBT card to purchase eligible food items from vendors at this market.
Empire Market is a farmers market offering fresh local produce, food products, and goods from regional vendors. Specific product listings are not available in the USDA directory — visit the market to see current vendor offerings.
Organic produce availability at Empire Market is not confirmed in the USDA directory. Ask individual vendors about their growing practices when you visit.
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