Oregon mom creates app to connect neighbors with local farm stands

WHITE CITY, Ore. (KTVZ) -- An Oregon mom is turning a simple drive through rural communities into a way to connect neighbors with local food.

Tiffany Nelson created the OneStand app after noticing how many farm stands she passed with no clear way to know what they offered, or even where to find them again.

The app allows farmers, bakers, and makers to list items they have for sale — from fresh produce and eggs to sourdough bread and honey. Users can search by location or specific items to find options nearby.

“There’s just a lot of places locally that have stuff you never would know was there,” Nelson said. “Since this app was created, I’ve found places just down the road from me that I didn’t know existed."

Nelson says the idea quickly became about more than convenience.

"Community is important. I think it’s important, especially these days, to know who your neighbors are and where to find things if you’re not able to. Resources should be as visible as possible," Nelson said.

The OneStand app is available now in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. Nelson hopes it will help more communities discover and support local food, one stand at a time.