All posts by Gary Huber

IFC Pick-up is Thursday!

October 23, 2017
by Gary Huber

We had 237 members order 2,582 different items this cycle from 79 different producers. Total purchases were about $15,675, which is about 18% more than last year. Another cycle with growth. Thank you so much! You are amazing.

We’ll have your products ready for you to come pick up this week. Here are some information on distribution:

1. If you are picking up at Franklin Plaza, please check out products available for purchase in our Retail Center. There’s lots of good stuff you can add to your online orders.

2. Specifics on times and locations for all our sites are available with this link and to the left.

NOTE: IF YOU ARRIVE BEFORE THE SCHEDULED START TIME, OUR VOLUNTEERS WON’T BE READY. PLEASE PLAN ACCORDINGLY AND BE PATIENT.

3. Our alternative pick up time will be from 10:30 to noon on Saturday, Oct. 28. If we don’t see you Thursday, we’ll assume you are coming Saturday.

4. We accept EBT cards for payment ONLY AT OUR Franklin Plaza site. If you are an EBT member and are picking up at another location, please send an email to distribution@iowafood.coop so we can arrange for processing your payment.

5. It’s a good idea to check to be sure your pick-up site is correct. You can access your invoice by logging in, going to the shopping tab, and click “view in-process invoice”. If it’s not right, send an email to distribution@iowafood.coop.

IFC Distribution is Today!

October 12, 2017
by Gary Huber

This is being sent to everyone who ordered.

Today is distribution at all sites except Ames, which is tomorrow. Our alternative pick up is Saturday from 10:30 am to noon at our Franklin Plaza site.

A few quick notes:

  • We’ll have $10 discount coupons that new folks can redeem when they pick up their first order. Make sure you grab some to give to friends, neighbors, coworkers, etc.
  • Locally grown pumpkins are here! Come get yours this Thursday at our Franklin location–we’ll have carving pumpkins, decorative squash, gourds, and winter squash (including pie pumpkins) for sale!
  • Dangood Garden’s will be selling tomatoes, okra, peppers and sweet potatoes in the parking lot at Franklin Plaza.
  • We‘ll be sampling Wild Rose Pastures summer sausage (at Franklin only) and Pickle Creek Herbal lavender balsamic vinegar.

If for some reason you need to call, use 515.450.6812. Thanks for your orders. See you later today or Saturday.

IFC Pick-up is Thursday!

October 9, 2017
by Gary Huber

We had 220 members order 2,488 different items this cycle from 80 different producers. Total purchases were about $14,000, which is about 8% more than last year. Another cycle with growth. Thank you so much! You are amazing.

We’ll have your products ready for you to come pick up this week. Here are some information on distribution:

1. If you are picking up at Franklin Plaza, please check out products available for purchase in our Retail Center. There’s lots of good stuff you can add to your online orders.

2. Specifics on times and locations for all our sites are available with this link and to the left.

NOTE: IF YOU ARRIVE BEFORE THE SCHEDULED START TIME, OUR VOLUNTEERS WON’T BE READY. PLEASE PLAN ACCORDINGLY AND BE PATIENT.

3. Our alternative pick up time will be from 10:30 to noon on Saturday, Oct. 14. If we don’t see you Thursday, we’ll assume you are coming Saturday.

4. We accept EBT cards for payment ONLY AT OUR Franklin Plaza site. If you are an EBT member and are picking up at another location, please send an email to distribution@iowafood.coop so we can arrange for processing your payment.

5. It’s a good idea to check to be sure your pick-up site is correct. You can access your invoice by logging in, going to the shopping tab, and click “view in-process invoice”. If it’s not right, send an email to distribution@iowafood.coop.

IFC Distribution is Today!

September 28, 2017
by Gary Huber

This is being sent to everyone who ordered this cycle.

Today is distribution at our Des Moines area sites (including Pleasant Hill, West Des Moines, Ankeny) as well as Albia, Indianola, and Osceola. Tomorrow is pick up in Ames.

Our alternative pick up time is Saturday from 10:30 am to noon at our Franklin Plaza site. No need to give us a heads up if you want to come Saturday.

If for some reason you need to call, use 515.450.6812.

Note: We’ll be sampling Mo’Rub Snack Peanuts at our drop off sites. At our Franklin Avenue site, we’ll be sampling Mo’Rub Chips with a dip made from their famous seasoning and Country View Dairy’s whole milk yogurt.

Also, in addition to our regular Franklin Avenue Retail Center offerings, Dangood Garden’s will be selling fresh produce in the parking lot.

Thanks for your orders. See you later today or Saturday.

IFC Pick-up is Thursday!

September 25, 2017
by Gary Huber

We had 219 members order 2,370 different items this cycle from 85 different producers. Total purchases were just under $14,000, which is about 20% more than last year. Thank you so much! You are all amazing.

We’ll have your products ready for you to come pick up this week. Here are some information on distribution:

1. If you are picking up at Franklin Plaza, please check out products available for purchase in our Retail Center. There’s lots of good stuff you can add to your online orders.

2. Specifics on times and locations for all our sites are available with this link and to the left.

NOTE: IF YOU ARRIVE BEFORE THE SCHEDULED START TIME, OUR VOLUNTEERS WON’T BE READY. PLEASE PLAN ACCORDINGLY AND BE PATIENT.

3. Our alternative pick up time will be from 10:30 to noon on Saturday, Sept. 30. If we don’t see you Thursday, we’ll assume you are coming Saturday.

And PLEASE NOTE THAT ON SATURDAY Franklin Avenue will be CLOSED to the east of us for the Beaverdale Fall parade, so you’ll want to come from the west.

4. We accept EBT cards for payment ONLY AT OUR Franklin Plaza site. If you are an EBT member and are picking up at another location, please send an email to distribution@iowafood.coop so we can arrange for processing your payment.

5. It’s a good idea to check to be sure your pick-up site is correct. You can access your invoice by logging in, going to the shopping tab, and click “view in-process invoice”. If it’s not right, send an email to distribution@iowafood.coop.

How to Start Shopping Local TODAY!

September 24, 2017
by Gary Huber

Grocery shop the local way, online. It’s like going to the farmers’ market, but from home.

 

The Iowa Food Cooperative makes it easy to shop for your locally-grown groceries online.

Shop by department: Fill your cart with over 1,500 items that are all made, grown, or raised in Iowa. Start with the basics–eggs, milk, cheese, and locally-milled flour. Grab some coffee or tea, along with freshly-baked bread. Add seasonal, fresh-picked produce, and our year round availability of greens. Try a prepared soup or entree for a quick meal, and get a chicken and some hamburger for the freezer. Don’t forget locally-made ‘health and beauty’ items, like soaps and lotions. Our categories + subcategories allow you to find what you need and discover new items. In addition, you can search for specific items to add to your cart and even search by farmer/producer.

Add to your cart then pick-up: When the cart is open, you’ll receive an email. It stays open for just under a week. Shop often and add items as you think of them. You will receive an email the day before the cart closes. Once it’s closed, your order is placed. Pick up your order on the Thursday or Saturday of that week, at one of our convenient locations. Or, choose home delivery and have your order brought to your door!

 

To get started, simply complete a membership form–no credit card required. Choose ‘Trial Membership’ under ‘Membership Type’ and enjoy a six month membership, free, on us! If the IFC doesn’t work for you, your membership will simply expire.

 

Still have questions? Check out this post on how exactly the food cooperative works.

IFC Distribution is Today!

September 14, 2017
by Gary Huber

This is being sent to everyone who ordered this cycle.

Today is distribution at our Des Moines area sites (including Pleasant Hill, West Des Moines, Ankeny) as well as Albia, Indianola, and Osceola. Tomorrow is pick up in Ames.

Our alternative pick up time is Saturday from 10:30 am to noon at our Franklin Plaza site. No need to give us a heads up if you want to come Saturday.

If for some reason you need to call, use 515.450.6812.

Note: We’ll be sampling Swede Point Creamery Chevre and Berry Patch apples today.

Also, in addition to our regular Franklin Avenue Retail Center offerings we’ll have watermelon and winter squash from Lee’s Greens, Honeycrisp apples from The Berry Patch, and okra, green beans, purple peppers, and yellow carrots from Red Barn Produce.

Thanks for your orders. See you later today or Saturday.

IFC Pick-up is Thursday!

September 11, 2017
by Gary Huber

We had 242 members order 2,478 different items this cycle from 81 different producers. Total purchases were just over $14,000, which is about 19% more than last year. Thank you so much! You are all amazing.

We’ll have your products ready for you to come pick up this week. Here are some information on distribution:

1. If you are picking up at Franklin Plaza, please check out products available for purchase in our Retail Center. There’s lots of good stuff you can add to your online orders.

2. Specifics on times and locations for all our sites are available with this link and to the left.

NOTE: IF YOU ARRIVE BEFORE THE SCHEDULED START TIME, OUR VOLUNTEERS WON’T BE READY. PLEASE PLAN ACCORDINGLY AND BE PATIENT.

3. Our alternative pick up time will be from 10:30 to noon on Saturday, Sept. 16. If we don’t see you Thursday, we’ll assume you are coming Saturday.

And PLEASE NOTE THAT ON SATURDAY Franklin Avenue will be CLOSED to the east of us for the Beaverdale Fall parade, so you’ll want to come from the west.

4. We accept EBT cards for payment ONLY AT OUR Franklin Plaza site. If you are an EBT member and are picking up at another location, please send an email to distribution@iowafood.coop so we can arrange for processing your payment

5. It’s a good idea to check to be sure your pick-up site is correct. You can access your invoice by logging in, going to the shopping tab, and click “view in-process invoice”. If it’s not right, send an email to distribution@iowafood.coop.

IFC Distribution is Today!

August 31, 2017
by Gary Huber

This is being sent to everyone who ordered this cycle.

Today is distribution at our Des Moines area sites (including Pleasant Hill, West Des Moines, Ankeny) as well as Albia, Indianola, and Osceola. Tomorrow is pick up in Ames.

Our alternative pick up time is Saturday from 10:30 am to noon at our Franklin Plaza site. No need to give us a heads up if you want to come Saturday.

If for some reason you need to call, use 515.450.6812.

Note: In addition to our regular offerings, we will also have Honeycrisp apples, blackberries, and raspberries from The Berry Patch available for sale on-site at our Franklin Avenue location!

Thanks for your orders. See you later today or Saturday.

IFC Pick-up is Thursday!

August 29, 2017
by Gary Huber

We had 248 members order 2,644 different items this cycle from 88 different producers. Total purchases were just over $15,000, which is about 15% more than last year. That was our goal, and you helped make it happen! You are all amazing.

We’ll have your products ready for you to come pick up this week. Here are some information on distribution this week:

1. If you are picking up at Franklin Plaza, please check out products available for purchase in our Retail Center. There’s lots of good stuff you can add to your online orders.

2. Specifics on times and locations for all our sites are available with this link and to the left.

NOTE: IF YOU ARRIVE BEFORE THE SCHEDULED START TIME, OUR VOLUNTEERS WON’T BE READY. PLEASE PLAN ACCORDINGLY AND BE PATIENT.

3. Our alternative pick up time will be from 10:30 to noon on Saturday, Sept. 2. If we don’t see you Thursday, we’ll assume you are coming Saturday.

5. We accept EBT cards for payment ONLY AT OUR Franklin Plaza site. If you are an EBT member and are picking up at another location, please send an email to distribution@iowafood.coop so we can arrange for processing your payment

6. It’s a good idea to check to be sure your pick-up site is correct. You can access your invoice by logging in, going to the shopping tab, and click “view in-process invoice”. If it’s not right, send an email to distribution@iowafood.coop.