Statewide Program Seeks Local Food Projects
The Local Food and Farm Program is looking for a few good ideas that will help put more Iowa-grown products on dinner plates and more money in the pockets of Iowa farmers. The purpose of the program,...
View ArticleReport Examines Economic Value of Outdoor Recreation Amenities
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Community and Economic Development recently published a report on the value of Iowa's outdoor recreation amenities. The report is available for free...
View ArticleFFI Recognized at 2012 Nourish Iowa Awards
On October 12, the Food Access and Health Work Group of the Iowa Food Systems Council (IFSC) honored individuals and groups across the state that are advancing a food system that eliminates hunger,...
View ArticleLocal vegetable growers now can get help paying for food handling certification
The Iowa Department of Agriculture grant to the local Extension Office will provide cost-share funding for vegetable farmers to assist them with the costs associated with a Good Agricultural Practices...
View ArticleDecorah named a "Blue Zone" community
Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield and Healthways announced that Decorah has been named a Blue Zones Project demonstration site.
View ArticleWorksites Participate in Foodbox Program
Two NE Iowa employers are hosting a worksite foodbox program featuring local foods for their employees. Over 30 employees at Rockwell Collins and the ISU Extension office in Decorah receive a grocery...
View ArticleRegional Youth Gather for FEEST
Over 65 4-H youth wellness champions and their adult coaches from fifteen area school districts recently attended the first of four Food and Fitness Regional Youth Leadership Team Meetings. It was a...
View ArticleFFI Expected to Receive Extended Funding
The W.K. Kellogg Foundation is continuing its investment in the Northeast Iowa Food and Fitness Initiative (FFI). With the award of $1.05 million over four years, the initiative now moves from the...
View Article2013 Nutrition Calendars Available
With its 2013 Healthy and Homemade calendar, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach and the NE Iowa Food and Fitness Initiative are working alongside Governor Branstad's new Healthiest State...
View ArticleCentral Community School District Wins USDA award for a Healthy School
Central Community School District in Clayton County has been recognized by the Iowa Department of Education for their efforts to create a healthy environment. The award was presented at an all-school...
View ArticleU.S. loosens rules aimed at healthier school meals
U.S. regulators are relaxing school meal rules aimed at reining in calories and portion sizes after some students, parents and lawmakers complained that new stricter policies left many children...
View ArticleLuther College café introduces new coffee roasted locally in small batches
A new, locally roasted coffee joins the menu this week at Sunnyside Café in Luther College's Center for the Arts. K'uun single origin coffee, roasted by Bean Masters Inc. of Calmar, replaces Starbucks...
View ArticleFFI Transitions to New Leadership Structure
The NE Iowa Food and Fitness Initiative entered its sixth year of work in November. With a focus on sustainability, the leadership structure is transitioning, and there are new faces at the table.
View ArticleGrowers find lots to learn about at Great Lakes Expo
A trip to the Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable and Farm Market Expo in Grand Rapids in early December was a learning experience for participants. Windridge Implements in Decorah, Elkader and Cresco, along...
View ArticleIowa FFA chapters awarded $1,500 Planting A Seed' Grants
Eight Iowa FFA chapters have been awarded $1,500 "Planting A Seed" grants by the Iowa Food and Family Project (Iowa FFP) to conduct activities that increase agricultural awareness in their communities...
View ArticleCresco selected for Iowan's Fit for Life program
The City of Cresco has been selected as one of 10 communities from across the state to participate in the Iowan's Fit for Life program sponsored by the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH). As part...
View ArticleFoodCorps Recruitment Begins
FoodCorps, a national organization that addresses childhood obesity and food insecurity in underserved communities, opens applications for its third annual class of service members. The selected...
View ArticleConvergence Partnership Awards $1.85 Million in Grants
The Convergence Partnership supports 13 local foundations to advance innovative work in building healthier communities across the U.S.
View ArticleIowa's Food Deserts
Here in Iowa, we live in one of the top food producers in the nation. Yet, some Iowans still have trouble accessing healthy foods. Iowa Public Radio Host Ben Kieffer talks with experts across the Iowa...
View ArticleRegistration Open for Iowa Local Food Conference
Producers, consumers, business owners and anyone interested in developing Iowa's local food system are invited to register for an upcoming conference, "Road Map for Resilience: Empowering Iowa's Local...
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