ODA unveils 2017 edition of Growing Oregon magazine, Oct. 19

The Oregon Department of Agriculture announces its 2017 edition of Growing Oregon: A guide to the state’s farms, food and markets. The magazine offers a diversity of stories that profile the state’s agricultural bounty, its producers, and the many opportunities for consumers to experience Oregon agriculture for themselves. “Oregon consumers enjoy and ask for local food and agricultural products, and they want to learn more about the people in Oregon agriculture who make it happen,” says Oregon Department of Agriculture Director Alexis Taylor. “They also want to find out how they can experience Oregon ag themselves. Storytelling is a great way to make the connection. This third edition of Growing Oregon continues to tell some of the stories of our industry– words and pictures that educate and entertain the reader, and also draw everyone closer to agriculture.” ODA has worked with Farm Flavor Media, a division of nationally recognized publisher Journal Communications, to produce the magazine. No public funds were used in the production of the magazine, which was supported through advertising by Oregon commodity commissions, agricultural organizations, and private companies. The 48-page magazine features original photography, reader-friendly charts and graphs, recipes, and profiles of individual producers and companies. Among its 10 feature stories, the magazine highlights Oregon food entrepreneurs, Tribal agriculture, and the state’s mint and wool industries. With its focus on the consumer, Growing Oregon offers links to additional information on how to engage and experience Oregon agriculture. ODA will use the magazine in direct mailings, trade shows, consumer venues, and to connect with Oregon’s decision makers. Copies are also be distributed to Oregon businesses and organizations connected to agriculture and fisheries. “Over the course of the past three years, Growing Oregon has become a publication people ask for,” says Taylor. “Groups and organizations familiar with the magazine anticipate its arrival each year, knowing that it helps tell the story of Oregon agriculture and fisheries.” A print copy of Growing Oregon: A guide to the state’s farms, food and markets is available upon request by contacting the Oregon Department of Agriculture at (503) 986-4550 or by email at <info@oda.state.or.us>. A digital version of the magazine is available at <http://www.OR-agriculture.com>.