Midland Co.: Rethinking Shrimp Farming in Iowa
Think Iowa can’t produce shrimp? Think again! 🦐 Midland Co., a land-based seafood farm, is raising premium Pacific white shrimp right here in the Midwest using sustainable, algae-based systems.
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Choose Iowa for Valentine’s Day: Farm-to-Table Dining Experiences
Looking for a Valentine’s gift that’s anything but ordinary? From candlelit dinners on scenic farms to unforgettable meals crafted by Iowa’s top chefs, these Choose Iowa farm-to-table dining experiences celebrate Iowa flavor and community. Grab
Growing Beauty at Hillsdale Lily Garden
Hillsdale Lily Garden is more than a collection of flowers. It is the result of generations of agricultural roots, a shared passion for daylilies, and nearly ten years of steady growth in southwest Iowa.
Discover Iowa Wine at The Wijn House in Pella
Located in the heart of Pella, The Wijn House is a welcoming wine store and tasting room dedicated entirely to Iowa wines. With bottles from more than 30 local wineries and a tasting menu that changes weekly, every visit offers something new to explore. S
What’s in Season in Iowa This January
Cold temperatures do not mean local food is off the table. From greenhouse grown produce to pantry staples and Iowa raised meats, many Choose Iowa members offer fresh, locally produced products all winter long. Discover what is in season this January!
Nimrod Meats: Handcrafted Quality, Community Roots, and Small-Town Service Done Right
What began with a love for hunting and processing meat has grown into a neighborhood locker where familiar faces and quality work matter most.
Rooted in Passion and Community: Red Granite Farm
A closer look at Red Granite Farm, the Iowa destination where gardens, produce, and passion grow together.
2025 Choose Iowa Holiday Gift Guide: Specialty Gifts
This holiday season source your entire wish list from Choose Iowa members across the state. We are wrapping up some of the best specialty gifts for your loved ones.
2025 Choose Iowa Holiday Gift Guide: Meat Edition
This holiday season whether you are looking to source Iowa gifts for everyone on your list or just wanting to feature a delicious protein at your holiday gathering, Choose Iowa members have you covered.
2025 Choose Iowa Holiday Gift Guide: Savory Edition
This holiday season source savory Iowa gifts for everyone on your list. Choose Iowa members offer the best that Iowa has to offer.
2025 Choose Iowa Holiday Gift Guide: Sweet Edition
Something sweet is ready for you to gift all of the people in your life.
YT Cattle Company: Purpose, Perseverance, and Pride in the Land
At YT Cattle Company in Carlisle, Iowa, Aaron White believes in doing things the right way, not the easy way. The Marine Corps veteran turned first generation farmer is building a legacy rooted in discipline, stewardship, and purpose.