Parque La Plancha will look different on Friday, February 27. The Mercado Renacer del Campo Yucateco returns for one day. Officials expect 300+ producers and artisans from 45 municipalities. Stalls run 8:00–18:00, and the selection depends on what arrives that morning. Think vegetables, fruit, grains, honey, and handmade goods. If you usually visit the park for a walk, this is a chance to see the countryside show up in the city.
A one-day return to Parque La Plancha
The Secretaría de Desarrollo Rural (Seder) has announced the return of the Mercado Renacer del Campo Yucateco to Parque La Plancha in Mérida. The one-day market is scheduled for Friday, February 27, with stalls open 8:00–18:00. Officials say more than 300 producers and artisans will take part, representing 45 municipalities across Yucatán. Many participants are linked to programs such as Huertos de Traspatio, Sembrando Vida, and Escuelas de Campo. Crafts and handmade items are also part of the mix, alongside food. The idea is direct sales, so shoppers buy from the people who grow and make the goods. Organizers say the approach reduces reselling and helps keep prices accessible. La Plancha, built on former rail grounds, has become a high-traffic park that residents use for daily routines. It opened in late 2023. Officials cite the first edition on December 22, 2025, as a strong test run and say more dates are planned.
What shoppers can expect at the stalls
On the food side, the market is designed as a place to stock up on seasonal basics. Organizers list hortalizas, chiles, vegetables, grains, seeds, fruit, and Yucatán honey with related products. Because vendors travel in from dozens of towns, the selection can vary by region and harvest. That matters for shoppers who want fresh produce, and for anyone curious about where ingredients come from. The presence of artisans adds another layer, with locally made goods tied to rural communities. Some participants are connected to the state’s fisheries and aquaculture office (Sepasy), widening who can sell through the program. You do not need much Spanish to shop, but basic questions help when comparing sizes, varieties, and prices. For expats, it also offers a clear look at local staples beyond supermarkets and tourist zones. Organizers say the aim is a simple exchange: producers sell directly, and buyers leave with everyday goods and crafts.
Why the market is likely to keep returning
Behind the announcement is a wider push to make small-scale agriculture more visible inside the capital. When producers sell face-to-face, they can keep more of the final price. It also gives them direct feedback. State officials frame the market as a health measure, since it steers shoppers toward fresh ingredients. The first edition, held December 22, 2025, brought 300+ exhibitors from 56 municipalities, according to the state. Seder says it plans more editions in Mérida and in other municipalities across Yucatán. For residents, that could mean more regular chances to buy directly from rural producers. For newcomers to Yucatán, it can double as a quick orientation to the state’s food regions and craft traditions. If you already visit La Plancha for the park, the market day adds a reason to stop in. It runs for one day, so missing it usually means waiting for the next announced date.
With information from A7, Notirasa, Quadratín Yucatán, Yucatan Government
