Ecogreens Blog

This quick and easy 5 ingredient smoothie is a great way to start your day with a heaping dose of vitamins and minerals! The ingredients are packed with antioxidants which contribute to youthful complexion, improved cellular health, and reduced risk of chronic diseases. Kids also love the sweet and mild taste. Serving this to your child incorporates extra protein and calcium into their diet. If you've visited us at the farmer's market, you may have noticed that pea shoots are one of our favorite greens to grow. These delightful, tender shoots are tender, sweet, and packed with nutrients. There are many health benefits to incorporating pea shoots into your diet.  -  Despite their petite size, pea shoots are a nutritional powerhouse! They are an excellent source of vitamins A, C, and K, and contain essential minerals like iron and calcium. These nutrients support healthy vision, boost the immune system, and aid in maintaining strong bones. - Antioxidant Boost: Pea shoots are ri...

We are thrilled to announce that we are introducing three new microgreen varieties to our lineup: Calabrese Broccoli, Rocket, and Wild Arugula. Each of these nutrient-packed greens are launching into regular rotation next week and will offer a delightful mix of flavors to elevate your meals while providing a host of health benefits.  Broccoli, Rocket & Wild Arugula Microgreens are a treasure trove of essential vitamins, minerals, and beneficial plant compounds. What makes our new additions unique is their rich content of sulfur-containing compounds. These powerhouses of nutrition are especially abundant in Brassica vegetables, like our Calabrese Broccoli and Arugula varieties. The sulfur-rich compounds, such as glucosinolates, isothiocyanates, indoles , and sulforaphane , are noteworthy for their potential health benefits. Studies have linked these compounds to a range of positive health effects. They have been found to play a crucial role in reducing inflammation, protecting a...

The Gresham Farmer’s Market was a great success! Thanks  to  all who visited our table this past weekend on Saturday, June  10th. It was very exciting to meet many new friends who are enthusiastic about microgreens and their health benefits.  We sold out of our Ukrainian Black Oil Sunflower Greens and nearly sold out of Heirloom Pea shoots. Are you one of our customers? Let us know how you used your greens this week! Tag us on social media with @ecogreens.farm. NEW MARKET ALERT Mark your calendars for this FRIDAY, June 16! We will be at a new location - the Mount Hood Farmer's Market from 2-6 pm in Sandy, Oregon! Right off HWY 26 by Big Apple Market. We will be selling our classic Pea Shoots and a customer favorite, Red Arrow Radish Greens. These small but mighty, peppery greens make a great addition to tacos or sandwiches.  Make sure to 'scan and subscribe' at our table on Friday! This will be your chance to get added to the email list and be the firs...

Gresham Farmers Market  June 10th 2023 We are happy to announce that we will be vending at the Gresham Farmer’s Market this weekend! Come out to say hello and grab a box of your favorite Micro-greens. We will have freshly harvested Heriloom Three Pea shoots, Ukrainian Black Oil Sunflower, and Nasturtiums! The market is open 8:30am-2pm. We will be set-up on the east side of Hood Ave,  towards 3rd Street.   Also, we have a sample that you may swing by and try of our Three Kale blend that will be available in regular crop rotation starting next week.  We hope to see you at the Farmers Market!