Even though January is considered a low season for farmers and most of the farms are closed for business, quite a few kinds of vegetables are available during the winter season and can be found mostly at the Farmers Markets that are open year round, and in some grocery stores that sell local farm produce. Winter produce consists mostly of different types of winter greens – chards, kale, arugula, and salad mixes, as well as broccoli, turnips, winter squash, mushrooms, onions,

No one would argue that young farmers are the future of agriculture and, consequently, the future of our planet and our health. We are extremely lucky because nowadays young American farmers are highly educated, strongly committed to sustainable and organic practices, and generous about giving back to the community. Stephanie and Michelle’s farm is a great example of this. Their 50Fifty Farm is located in Camas, WA - about 25 miles from both Portland and Vancouver. They raise