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Spring has arrived in the Pacific Northwest, bringing longer days and locally grown produce. Eating seasonally offers peak flavor and potential savings as grocery prices rise.
This Stumptown Savings Spring 2025 Seasonal Produce Guide, an exclusive perk for Stumptown Savers Club members, focuses on what's being harvested in Oregon and Southwest Washington during April, May, and June. Supporting local farms helps the regional food economy and provides the freshest ingredients for your meals. By using this guide, you’ll know when and where to get the best, freshest Spring produce.
(Note: Farm availability and store partnerships can change yearly. Look for "Oregon Grown" or "Washington Grown" labels.)
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What's Fresh & Where to Find It Locally:
Asparagus
Local Season: Mid-April through June
Local Growers: Many farms in the Willamette Valley and Columbia Basin distribute asparagus to local markets and stores. Look for regional signage, as specific farm names aren't always labeled in larger chains. Montecucco Farms in Canby, Ore., is a significant local producer often found in stores.
Where to Find Locally:
Farmers Markets: The PSU, Hillsdale, Hollywood and Montavilla farmers markets often feature asparagus from smaller farms during the spring.
New Seasons & Whole Foods: These retailers highlight specific local farms like Montecucco.
Fred Meyer, Safeway, Albertsons, QFC: These chains carry Oregon/Washington asparagus during peak season. Look for "Grown in Oregon/Washington" signs.
WinCo: This chain stocks local asparagus when prices are competitive.
Savings Tip: Prices drop significantly mid-season. Watch the weekly Stumptown Savings newsletter for deals.
Rhubarb
Local Season: April through June
Local Growers: Often grown by smaller farms and backyard gardens. Less likely to be farm-branded in major stores. Sauvie Island Growers sometimes features it at markets.
Where to Find Locally:
Farmers Markets: Portland-area farmers markets are the best bet for finding rhubarb from smaller, local operations.
New Seasons and Whole Foods: Locally sourced rhubarb is often available throughout the spring.
Fred Meyer, Safeway, Albertsons, QFC: These stores carry rhubarb, though it may be more regionally grown. Check labels to see where it was grown.
Savings Tip: Compare price per stalk vs. price per pound if options exist.
Spring Greens (Lettuce, Spinach, Arugula, Kale, Mustard Greens)
Local Season: April through June (many available year-round, but local harvest peaks now)
Local Growers: Gathering Together Farm (Philomath, Ore.), Sauvie Island Organics (Multnomah County, Ore.), Deep Roots Farm (Albany, Ore.), Persephone Farm (Lebanon, Ore.). Many smaller farms supply markets and CSAs.
Where to Find Locally:
Farmers Markets: Farmers markets are an excellent source for diverse, fresh greens directly from growers. New Seasons & Whole Foods: These stores often feature specific local farms. Check signage to determine the source.
Fred Meyer, Safeway, Albertsons, QFC: These chains carry local greens, especially bagged spinach and lettuces. Look for signs or stickers indicating an Oregon/Washington origin.
WinCo: This chain focuses on low prices, so locally or regionally grown greens may be available on sale throughout the season.
Savings Tip: Buying whole heads/bunches is often cheaper per ounce than pre-washed bags.
Radishes
Local Season: April through June
Local Growers: Many Oregon farms grow radishes, like Groundwork Organics (Junction City, Ore.), Mustard Seed Farm (St. Paul, Ore.).
Where to Find Locally:
Farmers Markets: You’ll find the most variety of locally grown radishes at area markets.
New Seasons and Whole Foods: These chains are a good source for locally grown bunches of radishes, and may even stock different varieties.
Fred Meyer, Safeway, Albertsons, QFC: Expect to find local (or at least regional) radishes on shelves in peak season.
Savings Tip: Locally grown radishes are usually affordable. Look for bunches with fresh greens attached (they're edible!).
Peas (Snap, Snow, Shelling)
Local Season: Late April/May through June
Local Growers: Many Portland-area farms grow peas for markets and direct sales. Farm-branded options are less likely in large supermarkets.
Where to Find Locally:
Farmers Markets: Farmers markets are the best bet for finding locally grown varieties of peas.
New Seasons and Whole Foods: These chains are likely to carry local snap and snow peas throughout the season.
Fred Meyer, Safeway, Albertsons, QFC: These chains may stock regionally grown peas during the season, so look for "Grown in Oregon/Washington" signs.
Savings Tip: Fresh peas can be pricey early in the season. Wait for peak season (later in the spring) for better deals.
Strawberries
Local Season: Late May through June (peak season is often June/early July)
Local Growers: Unger Farms (Cornelius, Ore.), Sauvie Island Growers (Multnomah County, Ore.), Hoffman Farms Store (Beaverton, Ore.), Bella Organic Farm (Multnomah County, Ore.), South Barlow Berries (Canby, Ore.)
Where to Find Locally:
U-Pick Farms & Farm Stands: The Portland-area has many options for fresh strawberries. U-pick farms often offer the best value.
Farmers Markets: Buy fresh strawberries direct from growers like Unger Farms. New Seasons and Whole Foods: Oregon-grown strawberries from local farms are available at these stores throughout the season.
Fred Meyer, Safeway, Albertsons, QFC: These chains will run major sales on Oregon/Washington strawberries during peak season, sourcing from various local farms.
Costco & WinCo: Check these stores during peak season for bulk buys of local strawberries.
Savings Tip: Prices drop significantly once the main harvest begins. Look for sales advertised in Stumptown Savings!
Cherries
Local Season: Late June (continues into July)
Local Growers: The Hood River Valley is prime cherry territory! Kiyokawa Family Orchards (Parkdale, Ore.), Draper Girls Country Farm (Parkdale, Ore.), and many other local producers along the Hood River Fruit Loop.
Where to Find Locally:
U-Pick Farms and Farm Stands: The freshest cherries come direct from the orchard, and U-pick farms often offer good prices.
Farmers Markets: Growers like Kiyokawa typically sell directly at Portland-area farmers markets.
All Major Grocers (Fred Meyer, Safeway, Albertsons, QFC, Costco, WinCo, Whole Foods, New Seasons): Northwest cherries are a major feature in late June. New Seasons and Whole Foods might highlight specific orchards. Costco and WinCo frequently have large volume packs.
Savings Tip: Prices are highest at the start of the season. Watch for sales as the main harvest hits in late June and early July.
Herbs (Mint, Cilantro, Parsley, Chives)
Local Season: Spring through Fall (many peak in late spring/early summer)
Local Growers: Many small farms supply markets. Spring Hill Organic Farm (Albany, Ore.), West Union Gardens (Hillsboro, Ore.). Herbs are often found unbranded or store-branded, but sourced regionally.
Where to Find Locally:
Farmers Markets: You’ll find the best variety and freshness at farmers markets.
New Seasons and Whole Foods: These stores typically carry bunches (or even bulk herbs) from specific local farms.
Fred Meyer, Safeway, Albertsons, QFC: These chains regularly stock common herbs, frequently Oregon/Washington grown, in bunches or plastic clamshells.
WinCo: Offers value pricing on common herbs, though it may not be possible to tell where they were grown.
Savings Tip: Buying loosely wrapped bunches is usually cheaper per ounce than clamshells. Consider growing your favorite herbs in pots!
Maximize Your Savings:
Shopping on a budget doesn’t mean you have to forgo high-quality, locally grown products. By planning purchases, wasting less food, and shopping smarter, you can afford to splurge on what’s in season. Here are a few tips to keep in mind:
Compare Prices: Use the weekly Stumptown Savings deals newsletter to compare prices on these seasonal items across different stores.
Buy in Bulk: Items like berries or cherries can be cheaper in larger quantities (Costco, WinCo) if you can use or preserve them (jams!).
Don't Forget Frozen: Local berries frozen at peak season can be a great value year-round.
Enjoy the fresh flavors of a Pacific Northwest spring! Watch your inbox each Thursday for specific deals on local produce.
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