Honestly the greatest organic farm in Oregon. The farmers care deeply about and are deeply…read morecommitted to community and equity through sustainable agriculture. They host CSA pick-up events for all their members so everyone has a chance to see and learn first hand their operations and production, as well as have the opportunity to grow as a community. Great guys, their cute babies, and a rat terrier. What's not to love?

We have the good fortune to live near Zephyr Farm, but we would drive there even if we lived miles…read moreaway, and many do just that. It's actually hard to leave the fun and laughter of weekly pickups--meeting new and old friends, families with kids of all ages, singles, and grandparents. Zephyr is not like any CSA we've done before. Instead of the usual line of people picking up a box of CSA preselected quantities and types and leaving, Zephyr is community based, provides weekly activities, and there are no pre-sets on quantities, veggies, or flowers. We are able to choose what we want in quantities we will use from a variety of freshly harvested vegetables--tomatoes, potatoes, and onions, but also new and even exotic choices. Each week brings surprises; making fresh doughnuts or cotton candy, picking bouquets; roasting peppers; making salsa; potlucks, making wreaths; swapping ideas and recipes, and learning and trying new varieties of peppers, melons, herbs, tomatoes, and leafy vegetables. Farmer Bryan's weekly newsletter has helpful recipes and suggestions for that week's products. Those on limited incomes should not forego fresh food because Zephyr works with their customers with payment plans that meet the needs of everyone; there are sliding scales, payment plans, and they accept SNAP. Zephyr Farm brings joy, and we all need that.

My first time at the Thursday farmers market. Started with lobster roll trio from Cousins Maine…read moreLobster and Stopped by the bar trailer for a Moscow Mule. The lobster rolls were very tasty. I think my favorite is the Maine Roll. The Moscow mule was perfect for the warm weather, made by Nikki, a very friendly bartender/proprietor. As I wandered around the various booths I sampled many other tasty items, like fresh cookies from Blueberry Moon Patisserie, fresh olive oil, scones from Flour Girl and freeze dried candy from Cosmic Candy. Also picked up a couple gifts from Restored Boutique. Overall a very friendly event. A couple booths had some excellent looking fresh fruit. Lots of craft vendors and live music. I will definitely comeback next week.

Psh, Portland farmers markets are too "big box" these days!…read more Lol, I kid. But if you do want a fantastic Farmers Market experience, you must head down to Wilsonville on Thursdays from 4-8 and check out the Wilsonville Farmers Market. There is live music all night long, a variety of farmers offering great produce, and awesome local shops and foodcarts eager to please. Not to mention, cooking demos as well! There are some really super awesome Market Volunteers to answer your questions or help carry your new goods to your car. For their opening, they were doing a raffle for free produce for the rest of the summer! (hint: I hear that may be happening next week too). So ya, you should check it out.

There is an amazing clematis garden here. It's a nice day trip. If you love flowers this is for…read moreyou. They even sell some interesting plants. We've gone there twice and loved it both times.

This is a really pretty farm but please people, stop bringing your dogs here. There are signs…read moresaying dogs are not allowed in the garden area but still you see them running around. Even leading into the fields behind the farm there are signs saying to use leashes, but only a fraction of people do. I don't understand this because there is a dedicated dog park RIGHT next door! It's the one next to the football area at Hazelia Field. Just go over there! It's a five minute walk away! But dogs aside, the gardens are very beautiful. They used to have a live chicken coop and it was fun to watch the chickens poke around. I haven't seen them the last few visits, though. But it's a good place to come look at wildlife like birds and insects. I think once I even saw a coyote in the fields behind the farm! The only issue, if I could call it that, is there is no real restroom. There's a blue portable one in the dirt lot which, yes, that works, but for such a pretty place I think it really deserves its own indoor toilet with plumbing and a sink. Overall a great place, highly recommended. But be sure to bring some anti-dog repellent.

This historic red barn is a hidden gem in Hillsboro. Tucked in between the new construction along…read morethis road, look for the green flag that says "Nursery". They have a variety of lovely garden plants, seeds, and local artisan treasures. They make their own hot sauces too; they offered samples of several and I was impressed by the variety of flavors. I saw jams and pickled goodies, local wines, candles, jewelry, wheat and rye flour, and even a shelf with books written by a local author. They mentioned that they plan to have fresh tomatoes and peppers a little later in the summer. The family has a regular booth at the Saturday Hillsboro Farmers Market and Sunday Orenco Market, and recently opened up this shop at the main homestead. Check it out, you'll be glad you did.

Fun local small seasonal you pick farm. Friendly staff. Blueberries and fresh chicken eggs.read more

Fantastic u-pick experience!…read more Recognize the farm from the bright ribbons on grahams ferry to deter birds. Park on the grass and look for the table by the farmhouse. She sets you up with buckets (hand, belt, or neck) Picking is easy! So many berries, wide rows, grassy aisles. You are encouraged to taste so you know you like that variety. We brought our kid, and she had a great time! Freezed 10 pounds of blueberries and had fun doing it. Thanks Dorene!

Organic Veggies! The best in the world!…read more I had opportunity to be given a private tour of their lands and operations on July 13th, 2011. They were currently harvesting turnips and cucumbers. I was able to observe them harvest the turnips then go to the processing plant where they were washing and packaging. The operation was very impressive. The vegetables were gently washed then hand packed in 25 pound bads! The Montecucco Family has been in the farming business for over 110 years! They know what they are doing and their produce shows it! Montecucco parsnips, beets, turnips, cucumbers, and rhubarb are grown locally but shipped globally! Locally you can find them in your local Fred Meyer, Safeway, or fine food distributors. If you are looking to support a local farm, buy Montecucco!

I just got back from my very first trip to Canby, Oregon to discover the beautiful, family-run,…read moreorganic agricultural business of Montecucco Farms. Their fresh, organically grown, meticulously handled, gently washed, hand-packed vegetables are unparalleled. I tasted the beets, parsnips, cucumbers, and green beans. They were fresh and delicious! They also have rutabagas, turnips and rhubarb. I had heard about the fresh produce that the Montecucco's ship globally but to see their farmland at the edge of the Willamette River was a sight to behold. After 114 years in business you can imagine what a well-oiled machine their production process was. Unbelievable! My grandfather grew artichokes and brussel sprouts on the Northern California coast for many, many years and visiting the Montecucco Family's Farm reminded me of how important it is to support a long-standing and respected family run farm business by purchasing their produce, telling your community to also do so, and asking your grocer to buy from them. It's the American way. If we don't do this, there will be no active family farmland left. Three cheers for Montecucco Farms!

Fun place to pick blueberries. Not a huge field of them, but certainly plenty to accommodate a…read morenumber of people at the same time.They have a few varieties, starting with Early Blues at the beginning of the summer. 2013 prices were $2/lb.

Beach Family Farm is the best place to go for fresh blueberries! The owners are so friendly and…read moreknowledgeable about their berries. They have many different varieties that ripen at different times of the summer, so you don't have to hit just the right weekend. The location is so convenient too, and makes you feel like you've left the city even though it's so close. I highly recommend coming to this farm for your blueberries!