Frost Kissed Artichokes: Imperfect & Extra Delicious
Dubbed as Frost Kissed by our grower partner Ocean Mist, these limited-time artichokes boast a nutty, sweet flavor that has been enhanced by the cold, a benefit of this weather impact. Once cooked, Frost Kissed artichokes appear as green and vibrant as one normally expects.
Microgreens Pack Nutritional Punch
Healthful eating is top of mind this time of year, especially as eaters work diligently to combat colds and flu alongside ticking off their resolutions. Small but mighty, organic microgreens cram a lot of nutrients into a tiny package, making them a top choice for easy incorporation into existing meals and menus.
Organics Unlimited Continues to Invest In Grower Communities While Grappling With Rising Costs
Since 2005, Organics Unlimited has utilized its GROW program to invest over $2,700,000 into communities in the banana-growing regions of Mexico and Ecuador. OGC is proud to support this program, especially as the cost of bringing high-quality, sustainable food from farm to plate increases.
Learn more about how the rising cost of goods impacts the banana industry and how retailers and shoppers can help invest in a sustainable and equitable supply chain.
Don’t miss the link to a powerful podcast featuring Daniella Velazquez de Leon from Organics Unlimited as she details these challenges.
The Heart of Citrus Season Starts Now!
OGC’s Citrus Buyer, Don Mayfield, and Sales Manager Brendon O’Shea talk about the fruit that is eating well now and what’s to come, merchandising tips, and why this year, in particular, you’ll want to grab favorite varieties of sublime citrus while they last!
Celebrating Rebecca Willows
In December of 1985, Rebecca Willows accepted a position with OGC becoming the company’s fifth employee and marking the start to what would become a multi-decade-long career.
OGC was still finding its legs and times were scrappy. “It seemed we all did a little of everything then and it was really fun,” she remembers. “We’d meet the trucks and break down the orders. We had one cooler with boxes stacked to the ceiling. We took sales orders from OGC’s Eugene customers, built the orders, and then I did the ‘town’ deliveries in an old bread truck.”
Zest, Juice, Candy, Bake: Culinary Citrus to Brighten Seasonal Feasting
The season of edible gifting and feasting is a time for sublime citrus to shine! Whether sharing a tasty baked good, passing a dish across the table or clinking glasses, there’s a variety for every occasion. Bring in these varieties to inspire shoppers to sneak some sunshine into every gift, slice, bite and sip!
OGC’S CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS FUND SUPPORTS OVER 50 NONPROFITS IN 2021
Being stewards of our community, the planet, and organic farming is rooted in OGC’s history and part of our purpose.
New and Exciting: Cured Winter Squash!
For eaters that can’t get enough organic winter squash, this season has been a delicious exploration of familiar favorites like Delicata and Kabocha and some new-to-them varieties like Robin’s Koginut.
With the addition of a new lineup of cured winter squash varieties, the season only stands to get more interesting!
Representative Peter DeFazio: An Organic Champion
Last week, Representative Peter DeFazio announced that he is retiring from the US House of Representatives at the end of his current term. He has tirelessly represented Oregon’s 4th District for 35 years as a feisty advocate for a wide range of topics from affordable health care, wilderness protection, and transportation safety. But for those of us who work in the organic trade, or who are consumers of organic foods, one action stands out above all—Peter DeFazio was willing to introduce, and fight for, the Organic Foods Production Act (OFPA) in the House of Representative, when no one else would consider doing so.
Snack and Gift Deliciously with Satsuma Mandarins and Date Rolls
No other time of year centers food as gifts quite the way that the winter holidays do. Whether gathering in person or dropping off a treat on a doorstep, there’s delicious and nutritious snacks to share! Lovely on their own, or as part of a decadent gift basket, organic Satsuma mandarins and packaged date rolls both are perfect picks for eaters craving alternatives to cookies and candy!
Explore Northwest-Grown Roots for Seasonal Feasting
The season of cozy eating is upon us, and with it dreams of mashes, soups, roasts and gooey, creamy casseroles. Right on time, an array of delectable roots plied from the fertile soil of the Willamette Valley are primed to join potatoes and carrots to win coveted spots in eaters’ favorite fall fare.
With the Care of a Vintner, Organic Orchards Cider Blended for Incredible Flavor
“Organic Orchards produces an intrinsic cider that you won't experience elsewhere,” shares OGC Buyer Don Mayfield. “The experience of drinking it throughout the season is delightful.”
Field Report: Purple Sprouting Broccoli
Overwintering crops have been planted and are growing steadily in fields across the Northwest. OGC’s Director of Purchasing Mike Neubeck paid a visit to our friends at Farias Farm in Washington to check on the progress of their organic Purple Sprouting Broccoli.
Fill Displays for Fall Feasting!
Use this quick-reference list of must-haves to help make eaters’ meals memorable.
Organically Grown Company Awards Mission Fund Grants to 25 Stakeholder Partners
We’re excited to announce the recipients of OGC’s most recent round of Mission Fund investments. This fall, we’re awarding $160,000 in grants to 25 local nonprofits and businesses as part of our purpose-focused giving program. OGC’s Mission Fund grants are central to our mission to invest in people, practices, and organizations contributing to equitable and sustainable agricultural systems for local and global health. Reinvesting profits across our stakeholder groups is embedded in our trust-owned business model, recognizing that our wellness is interconnected, and their success is ours. We encourage you to visit our blog to learn about the OGC partners and community allies we’re supporting with our latest round of grantmaking.
New This Year & Coming Soon! Cured Winter Squash Varieties
OGC’s friends at Boldly Grown Farm have been experimenting with long-storage organic winter squash varieties, presenting additional opportunities for eating delicious Northwest-grown crops further into the winter.
Northwest Winter Squash Varieties Entice Eaters to Try Something New
Fall and winter eating is punctuated by delicious roasts, soups and hearty salads infused with the flavor and texture of organic winter squash. Whether the star of the meal, or in a supporting role, the options are endless in both the varieties to choose from and how to use them.
While forever-favorites like Acorn, Butternut, Delicata and Spaghetti (and it's petite counterpart) have earned coveted, rotating spots on seasonal menus, there’s a plethora of other squash for eaters to try, too!
Keep The Good (Apple) Times Rolling!
With nearly two months of delicious autumn apple-eating underway, now’s the right time to refresh and revitalize apple displays with eye-catching colors and shapes! Variety is the spice of life and with seasonal feasting right around the corner, shoppers will be looking to apples to serve a multitude of needs. From baking to juicing, fresh eating, and even decorating and tablescaping, be sure to bring in something for everyone.
Radicchio 101: Watch OGC’s Lucas Crawford Break It Down
Oft-misunderstood radicchio has recently been welcomed with open arms by members of the culinary community and select organic growers looking to expand into this niche winter crop. While passionate, this group of radicchio-loyalists represents a small fraction of potential fans, and creating new radicchio customers through varietal education is a large opportunity!