The days are shorter, the sunlight is slantier, and we here at Upriver Organics are really beginning to feel the onset of fall. We hope you have had as wonderful of a summer season as we have. Just like our plants, we have been soaking in the warmth and sunshine as much as we can while it's here. But as our crew's morning meetings get a little bit chillier each day, I can't help but feel excited for this season of crunchy leaves and warm beverages. As we dive headfirst into

This week, we get to hear from Michael! Over the last decade, he has worked just about every position on the farm, but currently, he serves as our Sales Manager. Something that has resonated with me throughout my time on the farm is just how much you need a farmer in your life. I have known food, I have known places. I have come to know this food in this place. This farm is special, unique, thoroughly delicious. Strong, heavy, tiring. And much, much more. I come from warehous

Meet Veronica, a member of our rockin' field crew! Where are you from, and how did you come to the farm? I'm originally from Houston, Texas. My first encounter with Upriver was through an "Understanding Place" class at U of O. I've become very passionate about sustainable agriculture as well as food sovereignty and centered my college career around it. I wanted to experience farming at a larger scale, and Upriver has allowed me to fulfill this while expanding my agricultural

Ingredients: 4-5 cucumbers Half cup rice vinegar 2 Tbs soy sauce 1 Tbs chili garlic crisp (my favorite is from Lane County Farmer's Market) A splash of sesame oil A splash of fish sauce As much crushed or minced garlic as you like (I often do 4 big bulbs) Instructions: Slice cucumbers into half inch slices Mix together all ingredients into your favorite bowl, jar, or plate Enjoy right away or let chill for up to a few hours

Meet Kendra, our amazing field crew manager! Photo by @somethingstandard Where are you from, and what brought you to the farm? I’m from Eugene originally, and I came to work on the farm because I love vegetables. I used to work in kitchens, and my favorite part of the day was when the farmers would bring the boxes of produce in the back door. So I just slowly transitioned over many, many years, and I’m finally a real farmer! What’s your favorite farm task and why? My favorite

This week, say hello to our irrigation manager, Kyle! Where are you from, and what led you to the farm? I was born north of Seattle, Washington, but I grew up on the edge of Portland, Oregon. I found my way to the farm while seeking a lifestyle of growth and learning after living five years in Eugene, Oregon. What's your favorite thing you’ve learned while working on the farm? While working on the farm, the land has shown me that there is no boundary between the bed of crops

This week, we get to hear from Andie, a member of our field crew and our market manager! I am from Sonoma County California! I moved to Eugene in 2022, got hired in our farm stand in 2024, then worked in the field. Now I manage our farmers markets and work in the field! What brought me to the farm was a search for a better work place. I was looking for a place that I could love, and where I could learn. We spend so much of our time at work - why be somewhere that drags you do

Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to get BINGO! We know you're excited to break into all the delicious produce your CSA will bring you this season, but did you know that there are lots of other perks to being a CSA member? Let this CSA Bingo Card be your guide as you explore all the other wonderful perks that come with membership! To play, simply print out or save the bingo card below and begin crossing off activities as you complete them! Anyone who gets bingo

Many of you may already know Bean, one of our friendly faces at market! But here are some things you may not have known... Where are you from? I am from Tucson, Arizona! What led you to the farm? I have been shopping at LCFM and WWOOFing for years, but then a friend of mine started working for market and mentioned she might need a hand...the rest is history! What's your favorite crop on the farm? My favorite crop is probably cherry tomatoes or carrots - they're delicious litt

I have a confession to make: I am not a big fan of eating salad. This has been an ongoing topic of discussion around the farm of late, as we spend hours planting, weeding, harvesting, and washing our salad mix. I love the act of planting the baby lettuce heads and how perfect and beautiful they look as they grow. I genuinely enjoy washing the salad mix, and the appeal of the finished product is not lost on me. The greens look so crunchy, so refreshing, so inviting . So as we