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