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Get Organic at the Hollywood Farmers Market – Persephone Farm
On Saturday mornings, I wake up at 4:30 am to shower and eat breakfast before starting my 5:30 am shift at the Portland Hollywood Farmers Market. I work for Persephone Farm, an organic operation owned by Eleanor O’Brien and Jeff Falen. Located in Lebanon, Oregon, Persephone is a fantastic and ever expanding operation producing everything from kohlrabi to swiss chard to “cheddar” cauliflower. Certified organic by Oregon Tilth, Persephone grow some of the nicest produce in the area. They also operate a unique free range chicken operation, providing greens, insects, soy and flax seed fed hens with an open pasture from which they lay an abundance of choice eggs. I love working at the market as it provides a unique opportunity to interact with the community while promoting sustainable habits, a healthy diet, and cheerful smiles.
The Hollywood Farmers Market runs from April until November and is located on NE Hancock between 44th and 45th Avenues in Portland, Oregon. Hours of operation are Saturday’s from 8am until 1pm. The market features a weekly musician and/or cooking demo, community booths, and both fresh produce and prepared foods.
Below is a short photo essay of the our market stand.
Reed College Graduate Seth Belber is the Farm+Market Manager for Persephone Farm. Originally from Philadelphia, PA, Seth is kind hearted gent, possessing an excellent skill-set of practicality, aesthetics, and dedication.
