Ruby Red Rhubarb from Montecucco Farms

With a history of family farming in the region that spans a century, Montecucco Farms is a familiar name in Oregon and across the West Coast. Known for their exceptional organic rhubarb, a legion of fans look to Montecucco Farms each spring to satisfy cravings for this tart and tempting seasonal crop. 

Rhubarb season is on, with crews harvesting tasty stalks from the farm’s picturesque field adjacent to the lovely Willamette River. 

Not only is the Pacific Northwest one of the country’s premiere rhubarb growing regions, but Montecucco Farms also sits atop a section of the Missoula floodplain in an area known for its rich soil. With the perfect combination of climate, fertile fields and grower expertise, it’s no wonder OGC has been working with Montecucco Farms for decades to source a seasonal supply of rhubarb!

Botanically classified as a vegetable, rhubarb pairs perfectly with fruits and flavor agents like fresh herbs and pungent rhizomes. Eaters looking to enhance apples can look to rhubarb to add dynamic flavor and plenty of color to pies. The sweetness of berries is balanced by rhubarb, and both ginger and thyme compliment its citrusy notes.  

Need more tips and tricks for enticing shoppers with rhubarb? Check out OGC’s Northwest-Grown Rhubarb Toolkit. 

Northwest rhubarb can be enjoyed all spring and into early summer, so bring in a steady supply of these stunning stalks from Montecucco Farms while the season lasts!