The photo above represents the Portland folks. The Hood River/Parkdale folks get shishito peppers and eggplants instead of cherry tomatoes. This will all even out. I promise!!

Howdy folks and welcome to harvest week 12. August if officially here and we feel it! This week ya’ll get to taste a little of the summer bounty with a tease of whats more to come. The eggplants, peppers, and tomatoes are finally cranking. Though it was tough to get all 160 shares the same thing this week so we divided and conquered. Your boxes will all get everything in the next few weeks so not to worry! This is just the reality when the first big flush of these crops comes on. And great news—the corn and watermelons are starting to come on as well so look out for those seasonal gems in the next few weeks!

We hope you all enjoy this week’s haul. It was a lovely and mild week in the field and we will happily take more of this weather!

Happy cooking and eating everyone.

Your farmers,
Andrea, Taylor, Pepper, Maize & our awesome crew

Harvest 12

Kale—super high in antioxidants, contains vitamin C, Vitamin K, Manganese and various polyphenols
Beets—rich in folate, manganese and copper. Copper is very important as it helps make red blood cells and helps keep your immune system healthy.
Celery—it’s rich in over 25 anti-inflmatory compounds and has a natural and healthy sodium content and is a great source of electrolytes.
Zucchini/Summer Squash—Zucchini/summer squash is a highly alkaline food that is one of the mildest and easiest vegetables to digest. Zucchini is a great source of vitamin A, C, & B-complex as well as minerals such as iron, zinc, potassium, and manganese.
Cucumber— If you are feeling dehydrated eat a cucumber! Cucumbers are hydrating and contain more than 50 trace minerals. They contain chlorophyll in their skins that’s bonded to B vitamins and vitamins A and C. And cucumbers support digestion and hydration.
Lettuce Mix—Anti-infamatory and a rich source of vitamins A, K and folate.
Kohlrabi— Kohlrabi is great for gut health as it contains both soluble and insoluble fiber. It also contains a wide array of antioxidants, such as vitamin C, anthocyanins, isothiocyanates, and glucosinolates. These plant compounds protect your cells against free radical damage that may otherwise increase your risk of disease.
Basil—It’s antibacterial and antiviral making it effective against bacterial infections, colds and flu. Basil is a rich source of magnesium and is chock full of vitamins and minerals essential for overall body health and wellness.
Cherry tomatoes OR Shishito Peppers— Tomatoes are the major dietary source of the antioxidant lycopene, which has been linked to many health benefits, including reduced risk of heart disease and cancer. Shisito Peppers— Besides Vitamin C, shishito peppers have a high amount of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin E. These contribute to improving the immune system as well as the body's nervous system. Vitamin B6 and Vitamin E also prevent the cells and tissues from getting damaged. This keeps immunity levels up at all times.
Eggplant OR Bell Peppers—Eggplant—Contains moderate levels of vitamins A and C, which help protect your cells against damage. It's also high in natural plant chemicals called polyphenols, which may help cells do a better job of processing sugar and keeping your blood sugar in balance. Bell Peppers—Bell peppers are very high in vitamin C, with a single one providing up to 169% of the recommended daily value. Other vitamins and minerals in bell peppers include vitamin K1, vitamin E, vitamin A, folate, and potassium.

2025 Harvest 12

Harvest 12

Recipe Suggestions

Now for the CSA Kiddo Recipes!! These are my kid’s favorite farm fresh summer recipes. Dig in!

Andrea Bemis