We're deep into summer, which means some of the best local produce of the year is finally here. From sweet berries to fresh-picked vegetables, there's no shortage of Northwest bounty to enjoy.
Blueberry season is in full swing, and these local berries from Unger Farms are exactly what you wait for all year. Bursting with flavor and picked close to home, they're the kind of berries that rarely make it back to the kitchen without a handful disappearing first.
Flavor Profile: Sweet, juicy, and intensely blueberry-forward.
If you've only had strawberries that traveled hundreds of miles to get to you, these are a completely different experience. Grown by Unger Farms and harvested at peak ripeness, they're deep red all the way through with exceptional sweetness and aroma. Their season is incredibly short, making every flat one worth savoring while it lasts.
Flavor Profile: Exceptionally sweet, juicy, and deep red from the outside all the way through.
Some farms have been growing produce for generations, and Dickey Farms is one of them. As one of Washington's oldest family-run farms, they've spent decades cultivating crisp, flavorful green onions that bring fresh flavor to everything from salads to the grill.
Flavor Profile: Crisp, fresh, and mildly sweet with a clean onion finish.
Hatch chile season has arrived. Grown in New Mexico's Hatch Valley, these peppers are famous for their rich flavor and unmistakable aroma. Roast them, stuff them, blend them into sauces, or feature them in seasonal specials while they're here.
Flavor Profile: Earthy, smoky, with mild to bold heat depending on variety.
With their scalloped edges and sunny color, organic pattypan squash brings a little personality to the plate. Tender, slightly sweet, and perfect for roasting, grilling, or serving whole, they're a fun way to highlight the best of summer squash season.
Flavor Profile: Mild, buttery, and slightly sweet with a tender bite.
This isn't your average broccoli. Organic purple sprouting broccoli from Westwind Organics in WA offers a naturally sweeter flavor, tender stems, and delicate florets that require very little prep. It's a beautiful way to bring fresh color—and a fresh take on broccoli—to late summer menus.
Flavor Profile: Sweet, tender, and slightly nutty with delicate stems and florets.
Farm: Westwind Organics in WA
Available in Portland and in Kent
Market Updates From PCF:
Egg prices continue to rise due to supply fluctuations, with increases expected over the next several weeks before potentially stabilizing in September.
Sweet potato availability remains tight as the market transitions from old crop to new crop, resulting in higher prices and intermittent supply for the next 1–2 weeks.
More Northwest-grown produce is now available, including local squash, cucumbers, green bell peppers, eggplant, and abundant local lettuce supplies.
Corn supplies may be limited short-term due to gaps in local harvests, with possible quantity restrictions until additional product becomes available.
Peak summer specialty items are arriving, including Black Mission figs, Brown Turkey figs, strong local berry supplies (strawberries, raspberries, blackberries), plus pickling cucumbers and fresh dill.
