At FOOD for Lane County's Youth Farm, limited-income teenagers participate in a summer educational program where they gain skills in organic agriculture, marketing, teamwork and leadership, and learn about the food system and good nutrition. The Youth Farmers assist in growing over 40 different kinds of organic fruits and vegetables, over half of which are donated to FOOD for Lane County, the local food bank. The rest is sold by the youth at an on-site and an off-site farm stand during the growing season and through a 135-member Community Supported Agriculture Program.
We welcome volunteers of all ages, and have internships, a mentoring program, and community service hours available. The Youth Farmers also give great farm tours.
Listing last updated on
Jan 21, 2025
Market Channels
Season: June through November
Type: single farm
Since: 1999
# of Shares: 135
Share Prices:
sliding scale, 25 week season at Wednesday drop sites: Family share: $550-$675;
23 week season at produce stands: Family Share: $450-$626;
Schedule and Location:
At the FOOD for Lane County Youth Farm, 705 Flamingo Ave. Springfield., Saturdays, 10am-2pm
Sacred Heart Medical Center, Riverbend Campus, 3333 Riverbend Drive, Springfield, Thursdays, 2-6:00pm
Sacred Heart Medical Center, Riverbend Campus, 3333 Riverbend Drive, Springfield, Thursdays, 2-6:00pm
Schedule and Location:
We sell primarily to schools and some small restaurants, contact us to learn more!
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Latest Reviews
Wonderful organic produce! The "kids" that work and run the program are just amazing! They are upbeat, professional, courteous and super helpful. I wish adults would learn from them.... [more]
I love the variety of produce available here. It's a great little oasis tucked away in the heart of a thriving neighborhood. I love that we are able to volunteer and buy very fresh local produce.... [more]
Volunteers of all ages grow and learn with us, and share in the harvest. We welcome groups for tours, volunteering and service learning. We offer work experience and education to low-income teens who grow organic produce for the local food bank and learn skills by assisting in running a 135-member CSA and two produce stands. We also focus on nutrition and strive to empower low-income youth in avoiding the related societal issues of poverty, obesity, diet-related diseases, and hunger.
Contact Information
Contact:
Jen Anonia
(541) 343-2822
Jen Anonia
(541) 343-2822
Location:
705 Flamingo Avenue
Springfield, OR 97477
705 Flamingo Avenue
Springfield, OR 97477
Directions:
Located in a residential neighborhood near Sacred Heart Riverbend Hospital, the Gateway Mall, and next to Game Bird Park.
Mailing Address:
770 Bailey Hill Rd
Eugene, OR 97402
770 Bailey Hill Rd
Eugene, OR 97402
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