Farm and Food
Each year, the Willamette Valley produces more than 170 crops that show up on plates all over the region, state and nation. Farmers work our volcanic soils, rich in nutrients and a cool marine breeze creates a mild climate providing just the right conditions to grow hops for our craft beer, berries for our pies and milkshakes, and of course, grapes for our world-famous wine. Oh, and we dig around for truffles too.
With such a renowned growing region—and so much to eat and drink along the way—we wanted to share a bit about how to make the most of your time exploring the bounty of Oregon’s food trails and farm loops by combining agriculture with tourism to discover a whole new way to experience the Valley.
Food Trails
Willamette Valley farmers are known the world over for growing fresh fruits, vegetables and hazelnuts, for crafting award-winning beers, wines, and more. With such a renowned farming community—and so much to eat and drink along the way—three Willamette Valley Food Trails have been created to make the Willamette Valley’s farming culture more accessible to visitors.
