Stahlbush Island Farms

What Stahlbush Island Farms does

Stahlbush Island Farms is a vertically integrated farmer and food processor founded in 1985 by Bill and Karla Chambers, operating 5,000 acres of farmland in Oregon's Willamette Valley. The company grows fruits, vegetables, grains, and legumes on its own land and processes them on-site using Individually Quick Frozen (IQF) technology, which flash-freezes each piece of produce individually to preserve flavor, texture, and nutritional value at peak ripeness. Its product portfolio spans roughly 40+ SKUs across frozen fruits (blueberries, marion blackberries, raspberries, cranberries, strawberries, berry blends), frozen vegetables (broccoli, corn varieties, sweet potatoes, carrots, squash, leafy greens, mixed blends), frozen grains and legumes (brown rice and black beans, garbanzo beans), and a newer line of organic frozen puree triangles in pumpkin, spinach, and carrot varieties. Products carry stacked certifications including Non-GMO, Gluten-Free, Organic, and Sustainable Certified, with a USA-Grown positioning that explicitly differentiates the company from imported frozen produce.

The company operates a three-channel go-to-market model. A direct-to-consumer e-commerce storefront at stahlbush.com sells with a 16-bag minimum for free two-day shipping and supports subscriptions on flexible weekly-through-every-six-months cadences, with mix-and-match bundle pricing at 16-bag ($83.68) and 24-bag ($102.24-$136.32) tiers. Retail distribution reaches consumers nationwide through grocery chains including Sprouts and Albertsons as well as independent retailers, supported by a store locator on the company website. A dedicated B2B Industrial Ingredients division sells bulk frozen fruits, vegetables, grains, and legumes to food manufacturers as production inputs. Unit pricing on DTC is approximately $5.68 per 10oz bag for most produce and $20.83 per 3lb bag for organic berries, positioning the brand in the mid-premium tier of the organic frozen category.

The company is privately held and family-owned by founders Bill and Karla Chambers, with succession planned to the next generation. It employs 251-500 people, has no external funding or parent company, and reports no revenue figures publicly. No AI/ML, APIs, or software integrations are disclosed in the operating model, which remains fundamentally agricultural and physical-asset-driven.

Name

Stahlbush Island Farms

Legal name

Stahlbush Island Farms

Website

https://stahlbush.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1985

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Frozen Fruits & Vegetables

NAICS

Frozen Fruit, Juice, and Vegetable Manufacturing (311411), Fruit and Tree Nut Farming (1113), Dry Pea and Bean Farming (111130)

SIC

Canned, Frozen & Preservd Fruit, Veg & Food Specialties (2030), Agricultural Production-Crops (100), Food And Kindred Products (2000)

akta.pro primary industry

Frozen Fruit & Vegetable Processing (IQF, Frozen Blends) (AFAKAFAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Frozen Fruits & Vegetables Manufacturing (AFAKACAF), Frozen Prepared Foods & Meals Manufacturing (AFAKACAH), Organic Sugar & Starch Crop Farming (Sugar Crops, Starch Potatoes) (AFAGAKAH)

Keywords

• Frozen fruits vegetables
• Individually quick frozen
• Organic frozen produce
• Farm-to-freezer foods
• Bulk frozen ingredients

Headquarters

HQ city

Corvallis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Direct-to-Consumer E-commerce: Online sales through company website with subscription and one-time purchase options. Products shipped directly to consumers with free two-day shipping on qualifying orders.
2. Retail Distribution: Wholesale distribution through grocery stores and retailers nationwide. Products available in major chains and independent stores.
3. Industrial/Manufacturing Ingredients: B2B sales of frozen fruits, vegetables, grains, and legumes to food manufacturers for use as ingredients in processed foods.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Stahlbush Island Farms is a farmer-owned grower and food processor that cultivates fruits, vegetables, grains, and legumes on 5,000 acres in Oregon's Willamette Valley and freezes them on-site using Individually Quick Frozen (IQF) technology at peak ripeness. It sells these IQF products direct to consumers via its website and subscription service, through grocery retailers nationwide, and in bulk as industrial ingredients to food manufacturers.

Product overview

Stahlbush Island Farms operates as a farmer-owned frozen food company founded in 1985, specializing in individually quick frozen (IQF) fruits, vegetables, grains, and legumes grown sustainably in Oregon's Willamette Valley. The product portfolio consists of three core product categories: Frozen Fruits (blueberries, marion blackberries, raspberries, cranberries, strawberries, and berry blends), Frozen Vegetables (broccoli, corn varieties, sweet potatoes, carrots, squash, spinach, kale, and mixed vegetables), and Frozen Grains & Legumes (brown rice & black beans, organic black beans, and garbanzo beans). The company recently launched an innovative Organic Puree Triangles line featuring pumpkin, spinach, and carrot purees in triangular 7oz packaging. Products are available for direct-to-consumer purchase through the company website with a 16-bag minimum order for free two-day shipping, and through retail store locations nationwide. Bundle variety packs (16-bag and 24-bag options) offer curated combinations across product categories for convenient meal planning.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Frozen Blueberries IQF blueberries individually frozen at peak ripeness for fresh, pure flavor in a 10oz bag, available on subscription for consumers seeking convenient, healthy fruit.
• Organic Blueberries 3lb Bulk organic IQF blueberries in a 3-pound bag, certified organic and sustainably grown in Oregon's Willamette Valley for families, food service, and ingredient users.
• Marion Blackberries IQF Oregon-grown marion blackberries with deep, complex flavor for baking, sauces, and smoothies, sold to consumers and food manufacturers.
• Red Raspberries IQF red raspberries with bright, tangy taste for recipes, smoothies, and snacking, frozen at peak ripeness.
• Cranberries IQF cranberries preserving signature tartness, bold flavor, and vibrant color for sauces, desserts, grain bowls, and salads.
• Strawberries IQF strawberries picked at peak ripeness for muffins, cakes, sweet rolls, and snacking, with no added sugar or preservatives.
• Northwest Berry Blend Pacific Northwest berry blend of marion blackberries, strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries offering sweet, tangy, and tart flavors for desserts, smoothies, and pies.
• Broccoli Florets IQF broccoli florets frozen at peak ripeness to retain flavor and nutrition, in a 10oz bag with subscription option for healthy home cooking.
• Sweet Potatoes Pre-cut IQF sweet potato pieces, ready to cook, retaining natural sweetness and nutrition through the IQF process.
• Colorful Sweet Potatoes Blend of orange, purple, and yellow sweet potato varieties in 7oz bags offering varied flavors and visual appeal.
• Green Peas IQF sweet, tender green peas harvested and frozen at peak ripeness for sides, salads, and fried rice.
• Super Sweet Corn IQF super sweet corn variety, naturally high in fiber and antioxidants, for roasting, boiling, grilling, or microwaving.
• Crazy Corn Seasoned blend of super sweet, white, and purple corn varieties offering varied textures and a colorful presentation.
• Tri-Colored Carrots Mix of orange, purple, and yellow IQF carrots adding color and crunch to dishes.
• Butternut Squash

Quantifiable outcome

• Frozen vegetables maintain nutrition and quality for up to 6 months in freezer
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Cascadian Farm: Pioneer in organic frozen fruits and vegetables, now a General Mills brand. Directly comparable as a leading organic IQF fruit/vegetable brand sold through the same grocery channels as Stahlbush, with overlapping SKUs in berries, broccoli, and mixed vegetables.
• Woodstock Farms: Organic and non-GMO frozen fruits and vegetables brand sold in natural and mainstream grocery. Closely comparable in target customer (health-conscious organic shoppers) and product categories (berries, vegetables, legumes) to Stahlbush.
• Earthbound Farm: Organic produce leader including organic frozen fruits and vegetables (now owned by Taylor Farms). Comparable premium-organic positioning and broad frozen SKU portfolio targeting the same health-conscious consumer.
• Driscoll's: Leading berry producer with a growing frozen fruit business. Direct overlap with Stahlbush's frozen berry portfolio (blueberries, raspberries, marion blackberries, strawberries) and shared 'sustainably grown USA' brand positioning.
• Hanover Foods: Mid-sized producer of frozen and canned vegetables and legumes with strong B2B and retail presence. Comparable in scale of farm-to-frozen operations and B2B ingredient supply model.
• Wyman's: Family-owned US grower of frozen wild blueberries and other berries with DTC and retail distribution. Closely comparable as a multi-generation family farm with vertically integrated IQF operations and branded retail products.

Broad incumbents

• Birds Eye: Category-defining mass-market frozen vegetable brand owned by Conagra. Competes head-to-head with Stahlbush on frozen vegetables in mainstream grocery, though at broader scale and with conventional (non-organic) positioning.
• Bonduelle: Global leader in frozen and canned vegetables with significant North American presence. Comparable as a large-scale IQF and frozen vegetable producer serving both retail and food-manufacturer industrial ingredient channels.
• Taylor Farms: Large vertically integrated producer of fresh and frozen produce with a national foodservice and retail footprint. Comparable in operating a vertically integrated farm-to-freezer model and serving both retail and B2B industrial customers.

Regional players

• 365 by Whole Foods Market: Private-label organic frozen fruits, vegetables, and purees sold exclusively through Whole Foods. A direct substitute on retail shelves and online that competes for the same premium organic shopper.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/StahlbushIslandFarms

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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