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Local Lettuce Heads

Local Lettuce Heads is a family-run hydroponic greenhouse in the heart of Baldwin County, Alabama. We grow the cleanest, safest, and tastiest non-GMO lettuces and leafy greens—completely pesticide-free. Our computer-monitored systems operate 24/7, allowing us to grow fresh, flavorful greens year-round with unmatched consistency and care. At the heart of our farm is Pietro Lombardino, of Sicilian origins, where he was raised with a deep respect for the land and a passion for bold, natural flavor. Now based in Alabama, Pietro delights in bringing top-quality lettuce to New Orleans and surrounding communities. His mission: to help people fall back in love with lettuce. Lettuce change your mind about lettuce. Taste the difference tradition and hydroponic can make.

You can find us at the Crescent City Farmers Market or follow our journey on Instagram and Facebook at @locallettuceheads.

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Local Lettuce Heads

Local Lettuce Heads is a family-run hydroponic greenhouse in the heart of Baldwin County, Alabama. We grow the cleanest, safest, and tastiest non-GMO lettuces and leafy greens—completely pesticide-free. Our computer-monitored systems operate 24/7, allowing us to grow fresh, flavorful greens year-round with unmatched consistency and care. At the heart of our farm is Pietro Lombardino, of Sicilian origins, where he was raised with a deep respect for the land and a passion for bold, natural flavor. Now based in Alabama, Pietro delights in bringing top-quality lettuce to New Orleans and surrounding communities. His mission: to help people fall back in love with lettuce. Lettuce change your mind about lettuce. Taste the difference tradition and hydroponic can make.

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Amorphous Gardens

Located in Farmhaven, MS, the Amorphous family farm has been in practice since 2010 growing an assortment of seasonal vegetables and herbs.

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Amorphous Gardens

Located in Farmhaven, MS, the Amorphous family farm has been in practice since 2010 growing an assortment of seasonal vegetables and herbs.

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Chef Serigne Mbaye is on the TIME100 Next 2024 List

Chef Serigne, a friend of the Crescent City Farmers Market, sources local, seasonal produce for his tasting menu at Dakar NOLA, which recently won the 2024 James Beard Award for Best New Restaurant. Read on to learn more about his latest honor, being named to the TIME100 Next 2024 List.

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About Us

Market Umbrella is an independent nonprofit 501(c)(3), based in New Orleans, whose mission is to cultivate the power of farmers markets to drive economic and community health in the region. Market Umbrella has operated the Crescent City Farmers Markets (CCFM) since 1995.

The Crescent City Farmers Market operates weekly year-round throughout New Orleans. The CCFM hosts 70+ local small farmers, fishers, and food producers, and more than 150,000 shoppers annually.

Located in Farmhaven, MS, the Amorphous family farm has been in practice since 2010 growing an assortment of seasonal vegetables and herbs.

Located in Farmhaven, MS, the Amorphous family farm has been in practice since 2010 growing an assortment of seasonal vegetables and herbs.

Chef Serigne, a friend of the Crescent City Farmers Market, sources local, seasonal produce for his tasting menu at Dakar NOLA, which recently won the 2024 James Beard Award for Best New Restaurant. Read on to learn more about his latest honor, being named to the TIME100 Next 2024 List.