Story

Rooted in Farms. Growing with Purpose.

History

How It Started

Twin River Berries began as a shared vision between two farmers from opposite ends of the world: Paul Escoe of Oregon and Miguel Leonetti of Argentina. Paul, a former airline pilot, planted his first organic blueberries in Hood River in 2004. Thousands of miles away, Miguel launched his farm in San Pedro, quickly rising as a leader in Argentina’s blueberry industry. Their passion for better berries and stronger farming communities brought them together—and the result was something much bigger than either imagined.

In pursuit of year-round quality, Paul and Miguel formed a partnership that started with seasonal blueberry imports and evolved into a fully integrated operation. By combining Paul’s Northwest roots and Miguel’s Southern Hemisphere expertise, Twin River soon became a trusted source of premium berries for markets across the U.S. and beyond.

In 2014, Paul’s son Ben Escoe joined the business full-time, bringing financial expertise and a lifetime of farming experience. Under Ben’s leadership, the company scaled rapidly—expanding its variety of berries, optimizing logistics, and deepening its commitment to sustainability. Packing facilities were established in both the U.S. and Argentina, and Twin River grew its sourcing network to include Chile, Peru, and Mexico to ensure a consistent, year-round supply.

What began as a two-farm partnership has grown into a global network of growers, packers, and shippers. Today, Twin River Berries is a leading vertically integrated supplier known for exceptional quality, sustainable practices, and long-term relationships. From local fields to global markets, their mission remains rooted in one thing: delivering the best berries, every season.

Timeline

Our Milestones

2003
Miguel Leonetti begins farming blueberries in San Pedro, Argentina
2004
Paul Escoe begins farming organic blueberries in Hood River, OR
2011
Paul & Miguel team up to import blueberries from South America
2014
Ben Escoe leaves accounting world to join Miguel & Paul
2015
Twin River is formed marketing blueberries four months out of the year
2016
Raspberries added to compliment the fast growing blueberries
2018
Twin River is officially a year round program shipping 52 weeks of the year
2021
Twin River began working closer with Oregon Berry Packing to plant new genetics in Oregon.
2022
Twin River planted its first raspberry trials in Mexico, introducing proprietary varieties and setting the stage for a more robust year-round supply.
2023
Following successful results, the company expanded its raspberry program in Mexico—strengthening its position in premium red fruit.
2024
Twin River unveiled Peachy, its first ultra-premium label, created to spotlight breakthrough genetics and exceptional flavor profiles like PeachyBlue.
2025
With the launch of Super Crunch, Twin River introduced a new era of texture-driven varieties, designed to deliver unmatched shelf life and an unforgettable bite.

Values

Who We Are

At Twin River, we lead with integrity and act with purpose. Our core values guide every decision we make:

Integrity

Always do the right thing—honestly, fairly, transparently

Sustainability

We prioritize responsible farming and environmental care

Excellence

From berry to box, we strive for quality in every detail

Collaboration

Working together with growers, partners, and customers

Empowerment

Supporting our people and our communities

Customer Commitment

Long-term relationships built on trust and delivery

Continuous Improvement

Always learning. Always adapting. Always better

Roots

Our Roots

Twin River is proudly rooted in its farming origins. We grow our own berries and partner with multi-generational farms that share our commitment to responsible agriculture. From the lush fields of Oregon to the rich soils of South America, our farm network is built on relationships, respect, and results.

Stores

Where to Find Us

You can find Twin River berries in leading grocery stores, specialty markets, and foodservice outlets.

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Get In Touch

From Our Farms to Your Shelf.

Get in touch with our team to start your berry program today.