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    Urban Bliss Life » All Recipes » Food Events » Celebrate Oregon Berries, Part 2 of 3: Field Trip to Unger Farms

    Published: September 11, 2014 / Updated: September 5, 2020 by Marlynn Jayme Schotland · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Celebrate Oregon Berries, Part 2 of 3: Field Trip to Unger Farms

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    One of the best things about living in Oregon is how close in proximity we are to everything: the beaches are an hour away, the mountains are an hour away, the desert is 3 hours away, and farmland is basically right next door.

    The berry bounty of Oregon's rich farmland was showcased in the 2014 Oregon Berry Festival. While on a media tour of this year's Oregon Berry Festival, our group took a field trip out to Cornelius, Oregon, to visit Unger Farms.

    Oregon Berry Fest Unger Farms Sign

    Unger Farms, as the sign above indicates, was founded in 1984 and is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year.

    Like many Oregon farms, Unger Farms is a family-owned business, run by Matt and Kathy Unger. Now, their four children and some spouses are all active in the farm's production. Daughter Laura (pictured below) was kind enough to take us on a tour of the property and share the history and some future vision for the farm.

    Oregon Berry Fest

    Set on 144 acres about 45 minutes west of Portland, Oregon, Unger Farms is a picturesque property with a small lake, rolling fields, picnic area, and children's playground.

    It is a serene setting, and the views are stunning.

    Oregon Berry Fest Unger Farms Scenic
    Jump to:
    • Albion Strawberries
    • Unger Farms Store
    • Visit Unger Farms

    Unger Farms grows a variety of fruits and vegetables, which you can find at 18+ farmers markets on any given week as well as at a variety of grocery stores. Their crops can include Albion strawberries, Polka raspberries, Red Flame seedless grapes, rhubarb, potatoes, zucchini, tomatoes, jalapeno peppers, broccoli, and more.

    Oregon Berry Fest Unger Farms strawberries blueberries

    Albion Strawberries

    If you think you can't get fresh Oregon strawberries anymore this year, think again. The Albion strawberries grown at Unger Farm continue to grow past the traditional short (but glorious!) Oregon strawberry season. Albions can continue growing into September and sometimes even early October, making it easier for everyone to enjoy Oregon strawberries for an extended period of time. They are just as juicy and sweet as other Oregon varieties.

    Oregon Berry Fest berries

    Unger Farms Store

    Unger Farms also makes its own jams and sells them - along with several other locally made wines, food products, and merchandise - in its farm store located on premises.

    Berry-Fest_UngerFarmsStore

    This "Farmer in Training" onesie is just too adorable not to share!

    Oregon Berry Festival Unger Farms

    You can also get fresh strawberry lemonade and other beverages, as well as tasty little pastries.  The store has a separate section with absolutely adorable kitchen and dining room decor. Definitely worth a visit!

    Visit Unger Farms

    If you've read this blog at all over the past 10 years, you know what a huge fan I am of local family farms. I love discovering new ones - and there are SO many in Oregon! - and I'm grateful to the Oregon Berry Festival folks for sharing Unger Farms with our media group. They also have a lot of great events out at the farm, so be sure to follow them on Facebook for the latest.

    34880 SW Johnson School Road
    Cornelius Or 97113
    971-285-7507
    http://ungerfarms.com/

    Hours:
    Closed Monday
    Tuesday - Saturday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Sunday 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

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      1. Crystal A. says

        September 12, 2014 at 8:40 am

        This looks like so much fun! I want to visit it someday. I <3 local farms...not only because we are one, but because most farms are so abundant and unique.

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        • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

          September 13, 2014 at 9:33 pm

          It's true: I love how every farm in Oregon is so very different. They are all wonderful in their own way!

      2. Jana Seitzer says

        September 11, 2014 at 3:24 pm

        We haven't been here yet. I'd love to check out Unger Farms with the family.

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        • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

          September 13, 2014 at 9:34 pm

          You'd love it, Jana!

      3. Jenifer says

        September 11, 2014 at 1:22 pm

        LOVE the Unger Family! I was privileged enough to work alongside a wife of one of their sons. Amazing family, amazing things coming out of that farm. Thank you for the beautiful write-up of this local goodness :)

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