02/23/2026
We are already excited for apple season this fall! We expect a nice yield on our apple crop and we stay committed to quality with our continued efforts on holistic reduction of pest pressure.
Our Apple Club is a fantastic way for you to enjoy the abundance and variety of our heirloom orchard. Members enjoy a sampling of 70+ varieties of apples throughout the season, with options for delivery in Portland and Eugene or local pickup in Salem and Scio. Our Apple Club follows the CSA model, so sign ups are open now! But what exactly is a CSA and why sign up so early in the year?
The CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) model is highly beneficial for both farmers and community members.
Why it’s a Win-Win:
For You (The Eater): When you join our CSA, the "food miles" vanish so you get peak-season flavor. It’s a great way to discover new types of apples, eat healthier, and know that your fruit is coming from the best PNW soil. You learn to eat with the rhythm of the season—enjoying Redfree apples in August and rich Goldrush apples in November. You as a community member also benefit because you get a guaranteed amount of our upcoming crop. No variable quantities, no calling ahead for stock inquiries - but our cream of the crop set aside just for you!
For Us (The Farmers): Your early support helps us keep our equipment running, pay our year-round employees, keep up with bills/expenses, and prepare the orchard for the upcoming season during a time of year when income is slower. It provides us with the security to focus on what we do best—growing amazing apples! In the traditional food system, farmers take on many expenses or debts in the spring just hoping for a good payout in the summer and fall. CSAs flip the script. Your early membership ensures we can hit the ground running without the financial stress.
We are proud to offer a CSA Apple Club program that promotes a more resilient food system. When you join, you help create a food loop that is better for the planet and keeps your grocery dollars circulating right here in our community, enriching our local economy.
Read more and sign up at www.queenerfarm.com/appleclub