Meet OGC Mission Fund Recipient: Northwest Center for Alternatives to Pesticides
The Northwest Center for Alternatives to Pesticide’s (NCAP) work is more important now than ever. They are on a mission to protect community and environmental health and inspire the use of ecologically friendly solutions to reduce the use of pesticides.
OGC’s Mike Dill Appointed to USDA’s Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee
Mike Dill, has been appointed to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee (FVIAC).
USDA Appoints Members to Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the appointment of 25 industry representatives to serve on the Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee (FVIAC)
Meet OGC Mission Fund Recipient: Gallatin Food Bank
During the holidays, food is a central part of celebrations – from feasts to hot cider, it brings us together. But for many people, food is a limited resource and rising prices the past couple of years have made access even harder. That’s where food banks, like the Gallatin Valley Food Bank in Bozeman, Montana step in.
Meet Birch Community Services
Located just down the street from OGC’s Portland facility, Birch Community Services has been a longtime partner. They swing by every Friday and Saturday for pickups.
Giving Tuesday: OGC’s Mission Fund Impact
On this Giving Tuesday, we’re introducing you to the amazing recipients of our 2024 Mission Fund giving. We awarded $119,500 in grants to 58 supply chain partners and allies.
Meet OGC Mission Fund Recipient: Elderberry Wisdom Farm
Our connection to this land and nature is one of our most vital relationships. To honor that, we must also honor the original peoples of this land.
Meet OGC Mission Fund Recipient: Marion Polk Food Share
Marion Polk Food Share’s mission is to bring people together to end hunger and its root causes. And they do that in multiple innovative ways.
Let Spectacular NW Ciders Sweeten Sales
Fresh ciders are a festive fall favorite, and OGC has a variety to satisfy thirsty shoppers.
Quince Revival: Sweet, Fragrant & Full of Flavor
Northwest grown organic quince is truly one-of-a-kind. While tart and astringent when raw, it turns sweet and fragrant when cooked with a bright, floral flavor and hints of tropical fruit.
INTRODUCE EATERS TO JUJUBE FRUIT
The Jujube is about the size of a jumbo date and has the texture and crisp, sprightly flavor of an apple when eaten fresh. Dried, the sugar in Jujubes condenses, giving the fruit a lovely note of caramel.
Meet OGC Mission Fund Recipient: Willamette Riverkeeper
Willamette Riverkeeper (WKR)'s mission is to protect and restore the Willamette River – believing that a river with good water quality and abundant natural habitat that’s safe for fishing and swimming is a basic public right.
Get Ready for Mountains of Magnificent Magenta Dragon Fruit
Looking for ways to add excitement and color to tropical displays? Organic magenta Dragon Fruit is the answer!
Keep Summer Alive
September, often seen as a transition month, is a micro-season in itself, overflowing with late-summer favorites at peak flavor and nutrition.
Summer Playbook: Merchandising, Promotions and Best Practices to Grow Sales
It’s never too late to brush up on best practices and make the most of this juicy, delicious season's harvest through exciting merchandising and a well-timed promotional plan.
