Birds and Bees Community Farm

Beekeeper in Oregon City, Oregon

(503) 655-744720495 S Geiger Rd, Oregon City, OR 97045View on Yelp

About Birds and Bees Community Farm

Birds and Bees Community Farm is based in Oregon City, Oregon, a historic town at the southern end of the Portland metro that sits at the confluence of the Willamette River and the old Oregon Trail route. The farm focuses on honey production and fresh fruits and vegetables, tying together two pillars of sustainable local food. Oregon City's semi-rural character and proximity to Clackamas County farmland make it a natural fit for community-focused agriculture. The farm's name alone signals its commitment to biodiversity, supporting both birds and pollinators as part of how it operates.

Services

Honey
Fruits & Veggies

Services & Process

Birds and Bees Community Farm produces and sells local honey harvested from on-site hives, giving customers a product directly tied to the farm's own land and the wildflowers, fruit blossoms, and cover crops growing there. The fruits and vegetables side of the operation provides seasonal produce that reflects what's actually growing in Clackamas County's rich farming soil. Because the bees and the crops share the same land, the honey carries a genuine terroir from the farm's own diverse plantings. Customers can expect a direct farm-to-table connection that larger commercial suppliers simply can't replicate.

Service Area

Birds and Bees Community Farm serves Oregon City and the surrounding Clackamas County area. The farm is accessible to customers throughout the southern Portland metro, including nearby communities like Canby, Gladstone, and Lake Oswego who are looking for locally grown Oregon produce and honey.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of honey do you produce on the farm?
The honey at Birds and Bees reflects the specific plants blooming on and around the farm throughout the season, which can include fruit tree blossoms, clover, blackberry, and native wildflowers. Each harvest can taste slightly different depending on what was flowering when the bees were most active.
Can I visit the farm to see the beehives?
It's best to call (503) 655-7447 ahead of time to ask about farm visits and whether tours or on-site experiences are available. Community farms in Oregon often welcome visitors during certain times of year but may have limits during active harvesting periods.
Do you sell produce alongside your honey?
Yes, fruits and vegetables are a core part of what the farm offers, with availability shifting through the growing season. Calling ahead gives you the best picture of what's currently ready for purchase.
Why does locally produced honey taste different from store-bought honey?
Store-bought honey is often blended from multiple sources and heat-processed in ways that mellow out flavor differences. Local raw honey from a specific farm carries the distinct taste of whatever flowers the bees visited, which makes it genuinely unique to that place and season.
Is your farm operation certified organic?
Certification status can vary and it's worth asking directly when you call. Many small community farms in Oregon use low-input or organic practices without carrying formal certification, which is still very different from conventional commercial agriculture.
How does having bees on the farm benefit the fruits and vegetables?
Bees are among the most effective pollinators for a wide range of crops, including apples, berries, squash, and many other common farm vegetables. Having active hives on-site increases pollination rates, which typically means better fruit set and higher yields across the whole farm.

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