Dear Friends,

For those of you finding us for the first time, Windy River Farm is located in the Rogue River Valley of southwest Oregon. Blessed with highly mineralized soils and a generally mild climate with hot dry summers, the area is perfect for growing herbs, fruits and vegetables of exceptional taste and quality. Windy River Farm, owned and operated by Peter Liebes and Judy Weiner, began in 1980 and has been Certified Organic by the Oregon Tilth organic certification program since 1983.

We have heard from many people from many parts of the country, over the years, who have no local access to organic food. Since we grow far more than we can sell locally, we are bringing our products to a larger market through the mail. Dried products are light, ship well and do not lose quality in transit. This is appreciated by our customers many of whom are now "regulars".

We are always optimistic that the new growing season will be better than the last and this year is no exception. 1995 started out with near normal winter rainfall but it kept coming through the end of June. Many of our annual crops couldn't be planted until well into July, if at all. Then a mid October series of frosts turned harvest time into a salvage operation. We finished the year with less than half the amount of dried tomatoes in stock that we had at the beginning of the year. Optimistically, we plan not only to increase our dried vegetable stock but also to offer a greater variety of single vegetables later this year- weather permitting.

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100% Organically Grown in Oregon All Purpose Salt-Free Herb Blends

Our nine original and unique international herb and vegetable seasoning blends make it easy for you to create your own salad dressings, marinades, herb butters, herb breads, spreads and gravies. Sprinkle on any dish just before serving as a beautiful garnish. Use instead of salt and pepper at the table. We are sure you will enjoy the zest and color that Windy River Farm's Blends will add to every meal- an essential in your kitchen. Whether your meal or snack is plain or fancy food, our Blends are sure to enhance your eating pleasure.

Packaged in 3 oz. spice jars with net weights varying from .75 to 1.5 oz. Complete ingredient list, suggested uses and recipe on label....$2.75 each. Refills for your empty jar, packaged in cello bags....$2.00 each. Gift Box Sampler of eight sprinkles in 1/6 cup glass jars packed in a reuseable pine crate. Recipe sheet included....$16.00 each.

English:

Parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme. The ultimate vegie stew or poultry seasoning. Great for holidays or any time.

French:

Traditional Provence recipe with Oregon herbs. Two exceptionally fragrant varieties of basil with savory, thyme, leeks and a hint of lavender make the best French salad dressing you can imagine.

Greek:

Mediterranean flavors of mint, lemon herbs and tomato add the authentic touch to Greek salads, lentils and lamb dishes.

Italian:

Our first sprinkle creation. Italian oregano, basil, garlic and tomato combine to give authority to pizza and minestrone.

Mexican:

Tomatillos make the difference. Sprinkle on chopped tomatoes for a hearty instant salsa. Healthful cayenne, but not too hot.

Riviera:

For tarragon lovers. Our French tarragon is the best in the West. Makes pretty good food really pretty.

Scandia:

Dill and lemon herbs with leeks and parsley make potatoes a gourmet treat. Marvelous in potato salad and cole slaw.

Sweet Spice:

Orange balsam thyme and other sweet herbs for fruit salads and desserts, sweet potatoes and winter squash. Super poultry seasoning.

Thai:

Pungent with mint and Thai basil. Hot with chili peppers and garlic. Enjoy Thai cuisine at home.

 

REMEMBER, there's not a grain of salt in our Blends, and you'll never miss it.

"Food Ideas From Windy River Farm" First edition illustrated cookbook featuring uses of Windy River Farm Herb Blends...$3.50



100% Organically Grown in Oregon Hand Blended Herb Teas

Our teas are blended and packaged as whole leaves and flowers to retain their strength and flavor. Our teas are just herbs- full bodied and caffeine-free. Thirty or more cups to the bag. Packaged in moisture proof bags...$3.50 each.

Happiness:

A calming, peaceful blend of mint, rose petals, camomile, lemon balm and lavender.
Licorice Stick: A favorite of the kids. Licorice basil combined with delicate applemint.

Oriental Spice:

Our answer to black tea. Raspberry leaf with spice basil and calendula petals tastes like fine China tea - without the caffeine.

Radiance:

A healthful tonic of lemon thyme, lemon balm, sage and betony leaf. Summer Cooler: Anise hyssop, mint, lemon balm and opal basil make a delightful blend that is excellent for sun tea, iced. Available summer and fall.

Supermint:

A hearty blend of spearmint, applemint and orangemint.

East Indian Basil:

A single herb tea with a pure clove flavor. Lemon Verbena: An exotic lemon flavor single herb tea.



Single Herbs

If you enjoy creating your own blends or prefer to use individual herbs called for in a recipe, you will find no finer herbs than the ones we grow. Our hand screened (not ground) herbs retain their strength and color for a year if they are kept in a cool place away from strong light. Herbs are packed in 1/3 cup glass jars. Net weight varies according to herb, from .3 oz - .5 oz. Also available in bulk quantities in cello bags. Jars....$2.75, 2oz...$4.00, 4oz...$8.00

Anise Basil
Lemon Thyme
Lemon Basil
Orange Thyme
Opal Basil
Parsley
Spice Basil
Rosemary
Sweet Basil
Sage
Dill Weed
Savory
Greek Oregano
Thyme



Soup Mixes

Our dried organically grown vegetables and herbs make a hearty soup right out of the package. You can add pasta, rice, beans, meat etc. if you wish. Each package makes 4 - 6 servings. Complete instructions included. Ingredients may vary depending on crops. Packed in cello bags...$4.50 each.

French Country Soup:

Carrots, snap beans, onions, leeks, potatoes, turnips, pimientos and herbs.

Italian Garden Soup:

Kale, zucchini, tomatoes, leeks, pimientos and herbs.

Thai Hot and Spicy Soup:

Snow peas, zucchini, shiitake mushrooms, daikon, oriental greens, chili pepper, leeks and herbs.

Winter Borscht:

Beets, carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, and herbs.



Dried Vegetables

We dehydrate our organically grown fresh vegetables without the use of sulfites. They are colorful and intense in flavor. Use in soups, stews casseroles, pasta dishes, etc. Packed in heat sealed cello bags. Available in 2 oz. packages. Recipe ideas included. Very limited supply until October.

Leeks, Onions, Tomato Slices, Zucchini Slices....$3.00 each.
Garlic powder made from Spanish roja garlic. Very potent. 2.5 oz...$5.00



Windy River Farm Herbal Tinctures*

Our herbal tinctures are made by the "simplers" method, from fresh herbs from our medicine garden. They are approximately 50% alcohol/ 50% water. Suggested doses are 1/3- 1/2 droppersful in hot tea, water or juice, 2-3 times daily as needed. We urge you to consult with a reliable naturopathic physician or medical herbalist for chronic conditions.
1 oz amber bottles with dropper....$5.00 each

Basil (Tulsi) Leaf
Mugwort Leaf
Betony Leaf and Flower
Mullein Leaf
Burdock Root
Nettle Leaf
Dandelion Root and Leaf
Oregon Grape Root
Echinacea Root
Skullcap Leaf and Flower
Elecampane Root
St. John's Wort Leaf and Flower
Ginkgo Leaf
Uva Ursi Leaf
Gotu Kola Leaf
Valerian Root
Hawthorne Berry
Yarrow Leaf and Flower
Hyssop Leaf and Flower
Yellow Dock Root
Lemon Balm Leaf
Motherwort Leaf and Flower

We use the following herbals for specific information:

  • The Herbal Handbook- David Hoffman
  • The Way of Herbs- Michael Tierra
  • The Complete Medicinal Herbal- Penelope Ody

*We are herb growers and tincture makers, not prescribing herbalists.



Herbal Salve

We make this all purpose skin salve from plants grown in our medicine garden. Use it for rashes, chapped lips, scrapes, sunburn, cuts, burns, insect bites, diaper rash. Any skin problem that is not infected. Contains organically grown calendula flowers, comfrey leaves and root, St. John's wort flowers, plantain leaves and lavender flowers in a base of olive oil and beeswax. Contains no perfume. Safe for children's skin. Net weight one oz....$5.00

          

Windy River Farm PO Box 312 Merlin OR 97532
Phone (541) 476-8979; Fax (541)479-7377; E mail Contact Us

 

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