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Local Strawberries at The Markets

By Steph C
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There is nothing quite like an Oregon strawberry. Our part of the state has the optimal combination of fertile soil and mountain water to grow the best strawberries – balancing…

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Get to know the winter radish!

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Inspired by the Culinary Breeding Network’s Instagram post with a lovely illustration featuring different varieties, we decided to dive deep into winter radish.  These versatile root veggies vary in size,…

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Ode To Winter Squash – 2024 Edition

By Steph C
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There are so many reasons to love winter squash – let us count the ways: The following are some of the winter squash varieties available locally (now in February), how…

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Quince: A Guide to The Secret Fall Fruit

By Steph C
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Quince’s zingy, tart flavor — a combination of guava, pineapple, apple, and pear—adds to Autumn and Winter baked goods & sauces and balances roasted meat. They don’t turn to mush…

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How to Reducing Food Waste – Tips from Our Staff

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While we can’t prevent food waste completely, here at Portland Farmers Market we are always looking for creative ways to reduce our environmental impact through minimizing the amount of food…

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Cooking with Winter Root Veggies

By Steph C
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We are rooting for Celeriac, Parsnips, Rutabagas, Sunchokes, Turnips, and Winter Radishes, and you should too! These roots are not the most celebrated at the winter farmers markets, but we…

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Winter Produce storage blog

Storage Tips for Winter Produce

By Steph C
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Hearty and thick-skinned winter produce is known for its long shelf life. However, sometimes it does not always live up to its reputation.  For example, you purchase beautiful bright green brussels…

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All About Apples in the Fall

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Apple season is in full force at the farmers markets this time of year. Each week, vendors bring new varieties to market and the excitement at their stands is contagious!

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