Harry & David represents the transformation of American agriculture — where century-old orchards meet cutting-edge supply chain technology, creating a vertically integrated gifting ecosystem that generates hundreds of millions in annual revenue while anchoring rural Oregon’s economy as a hub of innovation and employment.
What began in 1934 as one of America’s first mail-order catalog companies has evolved into a masterclass in direct-to-consumer excellence, seasonal business optimization, and rural economic development. Today, Harry & David operates as the premium anchor of 1-800-Flowers.com’s $2 billion portfolio, demonstrating how traditional agriculture can thrive in the digital economy.
From its Medford headquarters, Harry & David manages one of the most sophisticated seasonal fulfillment operations in American retail. The facility processes over 80,000 packages daily during peak season — a 400% volume surge that requires precision workforce scaling, advanced logistics coordination, and real-time inventory optimization.
This isn’t just about shipping fruit. It’s about managing perishable inventory with zero waste tolerance, coordinating harvest timing with consumer demand, and delivering premium experiences. The company’s 1,805-acre operation in Oregon’s Rogue River Valley represents modern agriculture at its finest — harvesting nearly 13,000 tons of pears and 350 tons of peaches annually through sustainable farming practices and precision agriculture techniques. This agricultural foundation supports a sophisticated manufacturing operation producing over 750,000 pounds of chocolate-covered fruit and 4 million pounds of the iconic Moose Munch premium popcorn annually.
The scale is staggering: 650,000 pounds of butter, 680,000 pounds of popcorn, and 3 million pounds of caramel flow through the Oregon facility each year, transformed by skilled artisans into premium products that command significant margins in the competitive specialty food market.
Harry & David employs hundreds of full-time Oregon residents while creating thousands of seasonal opportunities during peak production periods.
Since its 2014 acquisition by 1-800-Flowers.com, Harry & David has served as the premium anchor of a diversified gifting portfolio that includes The Popcorn Factory, Shari’s Berries, and Scharffen Berger Chocolate Maker.
Harry & David’s success illustrates how traditional businesses can evolve without losing their core identity. The company has expanded from its Royal Riviera pear foundation to develop 65 flavors of Moose Munch, sophisticated chocolate operations, and seasonal product innovation — all while maintaining the agricultural authenticity and premium positioning that built the brand.
This balance of innovation and tradition positions Harry & David as more than a gourmet food company — it’s a lifestyle brand that represents thoughtful gifting, craftsmanship, and the enduring appeal of American agricultural excellence.
Discover how Harry & David continues to redefine agricultural commerce at www.harryanddavid.com, where century-old farming wisdom meets tomorrow’s e-commerce innovation.
Six hundred and eighty thousand pounds of popcorn flow through Harry & David’s Oregon facility each year.