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Thursday, January 13, 2022 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm – This Class will be updated with the menu soon! $20. Join Cynthia Lewerke for this lunch time cooking class.

Friday, August 20, 2021 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm –

The Iowa Democratic Wing Ding is a joint fundraiser and is operated by the Iowa Democratic Wing Ding Committee in association with several Democratic County Parties of Iowa.This year’s event, hosted at the Surf Ballroom, will feature local food meal curated by Simply Nourished. 

Utilize local meat and preserves all year long! This recipe makes an excellent sauce using the jam of your choice. Add some excitement by glazing cooked chicken, or other meat. […]

Sunday, June 26, 2022 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm –

We’re excited to announce a Field Day experience to be held at SkyView Beef in Nora Springs, IA.
Aaron and Laura Cunningham are excited to share their practice of raising and selling prime Angus beef. The couple raise all the feedstuffs for their herd of cow calf pairs and beef animals which includes cover crop rye made into ryelage, alfalfa, corn silage and grain corn.

They also employ some innovative calving practices, have a cooperative agreement with NIACC so that college students have the opportunity to learn first-hand about beef production, and are involved in several regional agricultural projects.
For example, Laura notes that they will be supplying the aggregation space for a new protein-based food hub at SkyView. The new venture will allow easier access to local beef, pork, chicken and eggs for consumers, and provide a one-stop site for producers to collaborativelymarket their products.The Cunninghams sell their beef directly from their farm as well as online. Consumers may purchase halves or quarters, but also smaller bundles and packages of beef.

The Gate to Plate event will take place in the calving structure on the north edge of the farm. Visitors will have the chance to see the cattle at pasture, learn about the conservation and sustainability practices used at SkyView, participate in a children’s activity, and enjoy an afternoon snack.

For more information, contact the Field Day host (Laura) at 641-425-4473, or Mary at connection@healthyharvestni.com.

Saturday, July 30, 2022 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm –  Watch the step-by-step process of creating Limestone’s delicious brews, learn about their commitment to local food and the community, and enjoy a cold beer at this Osage landmark.

Saturday, July 23, 2022 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm – Randy Elsbernd will introduce you to the honey extraction process, explain how his family farm is working towards complete sustainability using solar power, geo-thermal heating, and environmentally-friendly techniques to manage livestock, vegetable crops, and, of course, honey production.

Wednesday, November 16, 2022 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm – Will you help us craft messaging for an upcoming buy local food campaign? Through the IDALS Specialty Crop Block Grant Program, CULTIVATE is working to create and execute a yearlong, digital marketing campaign focused on educating consumers on the availability of locally grown, specialty crops and highlighting the community benefits of buying local. We would […]

Sunday, August 12, 2018 @ 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm –

Curious about North Iowa local food businesses? This series of events will provide an excellent opportunity for everyone from farmers to eaters. Get a behind the scenes peak at what makes these North Iowa entrepreneurs tick! Please join us!

Saturday, July 18, 2020 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm –

Curious about North Iowa local food businesses? This series of events will provide an excellent opportunity for everyone from farmers to eaters. Get a behind the scenes peak at what makes these North Iowa entrepreneurs tick! Please join us!

Sunday, June 24, 2018 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm –

Curious about North Iowa local food businesses? This series of events will provide an excellent opportunity for everyone from farmers to eaters. Get a behind the scenes peak at what makes these North Iowa entrepreneurs tick! Please join us!