Iowa Local Food Day is October 13 and sign-up is open! To participate, sites must serve just two local foods that day, for breakfast or lunch (excluding milk). Local food on salad bars and taste-tests count toward the two items served. Don’t forget to include what’s growing in your school garden. Note: You can celebrate … Continue reading Register now for Iowa Local Food Day October 13
Reprinted with permission from This is North Iowa. Ashley Coleman, founder of Simply Nourished, had a vision to bring a wider variety of health and wellness options to North Iowa but she never expected where her vision would take her. Ashley opened the fan-favorite shop in 2015 in a small storefront across from their home … Continue reading Simply Nourished brings wellness within reach for North Iowans
Iowa’s commercial horticulture industry contributes $48 million to the state’s economy each year, providing fresh produce to Iowa consumers. Governor Kim Reynolds recognized the value of Iowa horticulture by designating July 26-30, 2021, as Iowa Fruit and Vegetable Week. The Iowa Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association represents producers statewide, supporting grower education and consumer outreach. … Continue reading Support Iowa horticulture during Iowa Fruit and Vegetable Week July 26-30
by Olivia Hanlon, FFED education extension specialist The pandemic provided opportunity for specialty producers in Iowa to expand production and sales. However, managing risk for specialty production is critical to capitalizing on new market opportunities. The Small Farms team of FFED sponsored a series of webinars for specialty crop producers in January, February and March … Continue reading Specialty crops risk management webinars available online