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Welcome to Portland Farmers Market's Blog, your go-to source for news about our five farmers markets, food & nutrition education, recipes, cooking tips, vendor spotlights and more!
The Small Farm Ecosystem and the Essential Role of the Chicken
Raising chickens means so much more to many farmers than just fresh eggs every morning. Chickens are actually considered “workers” and play an essential…
Celebrate Our Local Farmers Markets
The selection at your local market is unbelievably bright, colorful and delicious—all thanks to the dedicated efforts of our local farming friends…
Recipe: Bing Cherry Clafouti
A clafouti is among the best ways to enjoy cherries during their short and delicious season. A traditional custardy cake.
Seasonal Recipe: Springtime Fava Bean Spread
This spread is perfect on toast or added to warm potatoes. It is especially delicious when prepared and added to the Fava bean and gem lettuce salad with…
Honoring Women in Agriculture on International Women’s Day 2018
In honor of International Women’s Day, we’re celebrating the important role women play in local agriculture and food production…
Mushroom Lettuce Wraps with Marshall’s Haute Sauce
Sarah was recently on KATU’s Afternoon Live show, where she made these delicious lettuce wraps featuring mushrooms from the farmer’s market!
Behind the Scenes: Farmers Market Product Jury
Creating a successful farmers market with high quality, local produce and artisan food requires a lot of behind-the-scenes work. Here is a sneak peek of how this…
Vendor Profile: La Terra Vita and Their Favorite Holiday Potato Recipes
Better potatoes = a better Thanksgiving (or holiday meal, for that matter). Learn more about vendor La Terra Vita and their favorite potato recipes…
Fall Greens with Delicata Squash, Caramelized Apples & Bacon
If ever a salad smelled and tasted like autumn, this is it! By Erika Reagor, Owner/Executive Chef of Thrive Sauce and Bowls. Hearty greens such as kale, mustard and chicory…
Everything’s Peachy at Baird Family Orchards
It looks like it’s going to be an especially sweet year for peaches and nectarines at Baird Family Orchards, where farmer Trevor Baird anticipates that peaches will be available through…