Gearing Up

Snow dusted the ground this morning, and the news is warning of icy roads, but the last few weeks have been busy for Eugene Area Gleaners.  We’re gearing up for spring! Seeds have been generously donated by Seed Savers Exchange, Irish Eyes Garden Seeds,...

Blueberry Season!

Blueberry season in the Willamette Valley runs from July to September, depending on variety. According to the Old Farmer’s Almanac, “There are three types of blueberries: highbush, lowbush and hybrid half-high. The most commonly planted blueberry is the...

Apples and Pears, Oh My!

This morning I noticed a slight touch of coolness to the air, a hint of summer beginning to fade into autumn. Glean requests for apples and pears are nearly drowning our volunteers in wonderful fruit while plum and grape requests are beginning to pick up. It’s time...