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1,238 Different Products Listed; Taste of Fall is HERE!

Many new items this cycle including baked goods, soups, marinara sauce, and even holiday turkeys (see below)!

***WEST DES MOINES SHOPPERS, PLEASE NOTE:

Valley Church (where we normally have our West Des Moines distributions) can’t accommodate us this cycle OR the next because they need our space for other activities. Members who usually pick up there need to choose another location. Sorry. If it helps, our alternative pick-up is 10:30 am to noon on Saturday Oct. 25 at our Franklin Plaza site. If you decide to order and pick up on Saturday, let us know with an email to info@iowafood.coop.***

Note: the online shopping cart is open and will close Sunday, Oct. 19th at midnight. Distribution is Thurs., October 23rd at our Des Moines area and Osceola sites and Friday Oct. 24th in Ames. To shop go to https://iowafood.coop and log in. If you need help with your username or password, send an email to info@iowafood.coop.

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New items to add to your shopping list:

The Threshing Floor (from Dallas Center) is back this cycle. Becky notes that they’ll be listed only the second cycle in Oct., Nov., and Dec., so please plan accordingly. Also, she’s added cornmeal dinner rolls made from organic cornmeal from Early Morning Harvest (delicious with soup).

Donna of Wagner Enterprises (from Dallas Center) notes: “I’ve listed some new products: Gluten-free sugar cookies, gluten-free sandwich bread, and gluten-free one-crust special order pies. I can do any kind of pie gluten-free just with one crust and crumbs on the top.”

7 Pines Farm (from Maxwell) has many new items you including marinara sauce in 16 oz tubs and a wide range of pork cuts from their pasture-raised Berkshire/Yorkshire crossbred hogs.

Heart of Iowa Soapworks (from Gilbert) is listing soaps for the last time. Stock up while you can! Her business is being sold, but she is going to maintain her membership because she loves the co-op.

Ebersole Cattle Co. (from Kellerton) added inventory to their famous extra-lean grassfed beef back including a new product: summer sausage.

WW Homestead Dairy (from Waukon) added limited quantities of salted butter, but they are out of unsalted butter. They have a full set of their incredible milks available in both half and whole gallon sizes.

Timber Ridge Cattle Co. (from Osceola) added peppered jerky, jalapeno summer sausage, and spicy ‘Hot Brats’ from their Swabian-cross hogs (which according to Pete are great in pasta and stir-fry dishes.

Anna’s Place Poultry (from Grimes) added free-range turkeys just in time for the holidays–order now to ensure your turkey ultra-fresh and from a local farmer!

Great River Maple (from Garnavillo) added Grade B maple syrup in limited quantities; Grade B is a darker syrup from later in the season, It’s a treat for those who know its butter-rich flavor.

Country View Dairy (from Hawkeye) has their 6 oz cases and 3 lb tubs of Greek blackberry custard yogurts on sale this cycle – this is a new variety that has gotten great reviews from people who’ve tried it.

From Mike of Salama Greenhouse (from Boone): “Our 2nd crop of orchids are blooming again, so I added them to our spinach, swiss chard, kale, and tomato offerings.” A perfect way to bring some cheer in during the colder months.

Global Greens farmers with new stuff: Jacqueline Ndabazaniye (Dry ‘Tongue of Fire’ beans), Simon Bucumi (Rutabaga), and Etiene Hacimana (Kennebec potatoes, red onion).

Purrfect Muttchies (from Truro) “I updated all the recipes with the new flour, which is Wheat and dairy free (Gluten Free) and added a Chinese marinade for the Jerky.” Pet-friendly treats for humans, too!

Yoke S Ranch (from Russell) put their NY Strip steaks on sale for $10/lb.

Dangood Gardens (from Johnston) is offering ‘Mother of Thousands’ houseplants along with two kinds of Japanese shiso (a culinary herb used in stir-fries or on sandwiches). 

1,193 Different Products Listed; Taste of Fall is HERE!

Exciting new seasonal additions continue, along with our newest producer–Butter Me Up!–with their eight different blends of cashew, almond, hazelnut, and peanut butter. Give them a try!

Note: the online shopping cart is open and will close Sunday, Oct. 5th at midnight. Distribution is Thurs., October 9th at our Des Moines area and Osceola sites and Friday Oct. 10th in Ames. To shop go to https://iowafood.coop and log in. If you need help with your username or password, send an email to info@iowafood.coop. We’ve got a huge selection of really incredible products. See below for new stuff.

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IFC producers in the news:

James Nisly of Organic Greens was featured in Wheatsfield Cooperative’s Field Journal; read all about his operation and why you should be eating organic microgreens and sprouts with every meal!

Global Greens refugee farmers are featured in a Des Moines Register segment. We are so proud to have them part of the Co-op!

New items to add to your shopping list:

Heart of Iowa Soapworks (from Gilbert) says ‘I made a batch of soap as a request from one of our farmers.  It’s a Dragon’s Blood & Amber blend. This smells really, really good! Like a sensual cologne. This is a masculine scent.’

Holdeman ABF Poultry (from Riceville) has several favorites back in stock: capon brats, capon breasts, honey + swiss capon sticks, and smoked capon breast. These always go fast!Lee’s Greens (from Nevada) listed all your fall favorites, from from greens to winter squash, including a rare variety known as ‘Giant Pink Banana Squash’. 

Salama Greenhouse (from Boone) added swiss chard to go along with their kale, spinach, tomatoes and fall mums.

Global Greens farmers with new stuff: Jacqueline Ndabazaniye (brilliant red ‘Curly Roja’ kale) and Angelique Hakuzimana (Dinosaur kale).

Purrfect Muttchies (from Truro) introduced a couple new treat varieties for your pet friends: Dandy Doggy Date Delights and Slobberlicious Sweet Potato Pistachio Pinwheels. Remember, all their treats are human-friendly too.

Hickory Hills Farm (from Moulton) has several grass-finished beef items including steaks and hamburgers, as well as pork brats and lard (their secret for the flakiest pie crust).

Wildwood Farms (from Wellsburg) wants you to get a head-start on holiday shopping with some of their handcrafted items (many from reclaimed Iowa materials) including a French-style rolling pin, wine bottle stopper, pens, and stylus. Don’t forget to pick up one of their hot cocoa mixes as well. 

Iowa Orchard (from Urbandale) introduced a new apple variety this cycle–Greening Apple, similar to Granny Smith, a tart green apple, perfect for cooking.

Wilted Leaf Farm (from Des Moines) listed carrot bunches and many fresh, leafy greens.

Yoke S Ranch (from Russell) still has their Corriente beef brisket on sale this cycle along with a new item, Corriente soup bones.

Country View Yogurt (from Hawkeye) now offers their Greek Blackberry Custard yogurt in a 3 lb tub! This is a new size in very limited quantities. They are also continuing their sale on 3 lb tubs @ $5 each – a real bargain!

Chris’ Custom Bakery (from Ankeny) updated their sugar cookie themes for fall–new options include fall leaves and football related shapes. These are intricately decorated and make a tremendous gift as well!

Zaza’s Pasta (from Iowa City) is back this cycle after taking off last cycle (for a well-deserved vacation). They’ve re-listed one of their fall seasonal flavors – Pumpkin Fettucinne.

1,202 Different Products Listed; Taste of Fall is HERE!

So many items to celebrate the harvest–flowers, pumpkins, carrots, potatoes, and our new MAPLE SYRUP! The cooler temps have also brought us more fresh, leafy greens. A few summer favorites have stuck around–get them while you can.

Note: the online shopping cart is open and will close Sunday, Sept. 21st at midnight. Distribution is Thurs., Sept. 25th at our Des Moines area and Osceola sites and Friday Sept. 26th in Ames. To shop go to https://iowafood.coop and log in. If you need help with your username or password, send an email to info@iowafood.coop. We’ve got a huge selection of really incredible products. See below for new stuff.

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New items to add to your shopping list:

Two Amish families from Bloomfield that were Iowa Heritage Foods have separated into two different producers: Yoder’s Natural Farm and Hickory Hills Farm. Both have eggs, beef, pork, and chicken listed, and Yoder’s Natural Farm also has lamb, duck,  and ground turkey. 

Country View Dairy (from Hawkeye) has 3 lb tubs of yogurt on sale with a .50 cent discount per tub. Don’t miss out!

WW Homestead Dairy (from Waukon) has again listed salted and unsalted butter (they had been using most their cream for ice cream instead of butter). You’ll also want to buy some of their incredible cream-line milk, cheese, and ice cream products.

Rosebud Botanicals (from Afton) is offering a whole new line of products including ‘lotion-on-a-stick’ and Berry Body Batter, made with aronia berries and cocoa!

Heritage Hill Farm (from Ames) added eggplant, peppers, and baby beet bundles and New Pioneer Farm (from Carlisle) added spaghetti squash and sugar pie pumpkins.

Global Greens farmer Jacqueline Ndabazaniye  (farming in Des Moines, originally from Congo) listed butternut squash, zucchini, and dry beans–get these while they are still around!

Other Global Greens farmers with new stuff: Narad Bastola (Bhutanese pumpkins, Coosa squash, daikon radish); Bucumi Simon (arugula, mustard greens); Angelique Hakuzimana (arugula, okra, carrots); Bizimana Charles (red beets).

Salama Greenhouse (from Boone) is offering 10″ and 12″ potted mums, kale, spinach, and artisan tomatoes.

Berry Patch Farm (from Nevada) listed their famous Honeycrisp, Macoun and Lura apples.

Early Morning Harvest (from Panora) added some new pepper varieties: Red Flame, Red Rocket, Habanero, Hot Paper Lantern, Sweet Bananas, and Sweet Bell.

Iowa Orchard (from Urbandale) offers six flavors of apple cider–perfect this time of year–in addition to all of their apple varieties and baked goods.

Raccoon Forks Farm (from Redfield) listed large pasture-raised chickens and Yoke S Ranch (from Russell) has their Corriente beef brisket on sale this cycle.

Fieldstone Farms (from Clemons) added three new beeswax candles: Celebration Cake, Honeycomb Pillar, and Rustic Fern Pillar.

1,280 Different Products Listed; Taste of Fall is HERE!

It’s like a fall preview at the Co-op; lots of apples, winter squash, potatoes, and even potted mums have arrived. Don’t forget to stock up on summer favorites while they are still around!

Note: the online shopping cart is open and will close Sunday, Sept. 7 at midnight. Distribution is Thurs., Sept. 11th at our Des Moines area and Osceola sites and Friday Sept. 12th in Ames. To shop go to https://iowafood.coop and log in. If you need help with your username or password, send an email to info@iowafood.coop. We’ve got a huge selection of really incredible products. See below for new stuff.

Also, Pickle Creek Herbal invites us all to their 10-year anniversary party (their first farm party in 10 years) from 3-7 pm on Sunday, Sept. 7th. Relax, enjoy garden tours, live local music, and tons of tasty dishes featuring herbs. Their farm is at 1270 Jefferson-Washington Rd, Brighton, IA 52540. For questions or an electronic copy of our invitation, e-mail Jocelyn@picklecreek.com or visit Facebook.com/picklecreek.

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New items to add to your shopping list:

Huber Family Farm (from Maxwell) is offering some beautiful potato varieties along with some of their famous Bolero carrots! Pick up some Mountain Rose pink-skin/pink-flesh potatoes or some Purple Vikings, with their purple tie-dye skin (They make the world’s best mashed potatoes.).

Iowa Orchard (from Urbandale) is back with several varieties of apples: Gala, Blondee, Golden Supreme, Mollie’s Delicious, Paula Red, RedFree, and Wealthy. And don’t forget the apple cider!

Early Morning Harvest (from Panora) is offering 25 pound bags of your favorite flours from Certified Organic grains grown here in Iowa–perfect for those who do a lot of baking!

Global Greens farmer Bizimana Charles (farming in Des Moines, originally from Burundi) is offering beautiful  ‘Tongue of Fire’ beans (choose fresh or dry) and cherry tomatoes.

Other Global Greens farmers with new products include: Jacqueline Ndabazaniye (Red Russian Kale); Bucumi Simon (radishes, winter squash stems); Narad Bastola (mustard greens).

7 Pines Farm (from Maxwell) has garden fresh salsa (made from their very own organic produce). Also, pick up a 10 lb box of their canning tomatoes and make some tomato sauce or salsa of your own.

New Pioneer Farm (from Carlisle) listed potted mums in purple, white, and yellow, perfect to add fall color to your front porch or deck. Don’t forget to pick up some of their acorn squash, too.

Berry Patch Farm (from Nevada) is back with apples–we’ve missed them! Dean Henry, owner, says ‘Apple season is in full swing now, a few days early and with lots of color.’ Shop their Honeycrisp, Lura, or ‘early’ mix of William’s Pride, Earligold, and Redfree.

Good news from Heart of Iowa Soapworks (from Gilbert), owner Karla Moore says, ‘I’ve had a change of heart and have decided to stay in business for the time being.  But, I am actively looking for a buyer. I have been absolutely swamped with customers wanting me to keep going….’ She’s added Bergamot & Violet soap, a limited edition while she uses up her remaining supplies.

Griffieon Farm (from Ankeny) has lowered prices on their t-bone steaks by .50/lb this month–grilling season isn’t over yet!

Heritage Hill Farm (from Ames) listed several herbs–perfect for freezing or drying so you can have ‘fresh’ herbs all winter long.

Yoke S Ranch (from Russell) has their Corriente beef arm roast on sale, this cycle only, for $4.50/lb.

Oswald Meats (from Manson) added giblets to go along with their other pasture poultry products.

1,256 Different Products Listed; Take advantage of summer while it’s here, plus FREE SWEET CORN!

The harvest is on and produce farmers are bringing in all kinds of incredible veggies; you’ll want to grab this stuff while you can, it’s only here while the warm weather lasts!

Note: the online shopping cart is open and will close Sunday, Aug. 24 at midnight. Distribution is Thurs., Aug. 28 at our Des Moines area and Osceola sites and Friday August 29 in Ames. To shop go to https://iowafood.coop and log in. If you need help with your username or password, send an email to info@iowafood.coop. We’ve got a huge selection of really incredible products. See below for new stuff.

Also, Pickle Creek Herbal invites us all to their 10-year anniversary party (their first farm party in 10 years) from 3-7 pm on Sunday, Sept. 7th. Relax, enjoy garden tours, live local music, and tons of tasty dishes featuring herbs. Their farm is at 1270 Jefferson-Washington Rd, Brighton, IA 52540. For questions or an electronic copy of our invitation, e-mail Jocelyn@picklecreek.com or visit Facebook.com/picklecreek.

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New items to add to your summer shopping list:

Riverview Berry Farm (from West Bend) is a new IFC producer with a 20-acre blackberry farm they started in 2010. Their mission is to provide great tasting, nutritious, locally-grown berries. Welcome aboard!

Heritage Hill Farm (from Ames) listed gorgeous flower bouquets (order one for your table and one for a friend!) and a wide selection of fresh produce (including 20 lb boxes of Roma tomatoes for canning). Jessica noted: “We are so excited to be a producer for the COOP. My mother in law, visiting from Arizona, came along when we dropped off last cycle; she was impressed and slightly jealous she didn’t have something like ours in AZ!”

Fieldstone Farms (from Clemons) added ‘Chunk Honey’ which is a jar of raw honey that includes the honeycomb.

Global Greens: Ndabasaniye, Jaqueline (farming in Des Moines, originally from Tanzania + Congo!) listed amazing red-purple ‘Dragon’ carrots.

Other Global Greens farmers with new products include: Bastola, Narad (Roma tomatoes, okra, shallots); Charles, Bizimana (green beans, red tomatoes); Alex, Congera (carrots).

Holdeman Poultry (from Riceville) has their amazing and affordable bonesless, skinless capon breasts again.

Ebersole Cattle Co. (from Kellerton) has added products to their inventories–don’t miss the sirloin jerky and hamburger patties.

Huber Family Farm (from Maxwell) is back for the season with their incredible root vegetables, starting with three varieties of potatoes: ‘Charlotte’, ‘Carola’, and ‘Reba’.

Sunrise (from Woodward) is offering their famous ‘NuMex Anaheim Chiles’ , ideal for roasting or stuffing with their mild heat.

Olson Family Farm (from Madrid) is offering sweet corn. Sweet corn season is winding down, so don’t miss out!

Central Iowa Organic Fertilizer (from Indianola) added a new product called Garden Topper, which are 50 lb bags of worm castings ideal for applying to your gardens after harvesting your crops. Stock up and apply as areas become open!

Timber Ridge Cattle Co. (from Osceola) has flaxfed cattle ribeye and NY strip steaks ready for your end of summer BBQ.

New Family Farm (from Elkhart) added watermelon, cantaloupe, muskmelon, and two kinds of hot peppers.

Yoke S Ranch (from Russell) has their rump roast on sale for this cycle for $5.75/lb.

Good Shepherd Grass Farm (from Monroe) added dried beef and flank steak to go along with their wide selection of beef products.

Lee’s Greens (from Nevada) added a mix of red and white potatoes and green tomatoes to go along with their potted herbs, eggplant, and green bell peppers.