Here are highlights from the June 2024 Wheatsfield Board of Directors meeting: Ribbon-cutting for Wheatsfield’s 50th anniversary will be held on Wednesday, August 14th at 4:30pm on the patio at the Co-op. The Board, Staff and members are invited to attend. The Board adopted an eighth cooperative principle that focuses on diversity, equity, [...]
Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork Courtesy of grocery.coop Recipe Information Total Time: 8 1/2 hours; 30 minutes active Servings: 16 Slow-cooked to perfection, this moist, tender, crowd-pleasing barbecued pork is simple to prepare. Ingredients 3 1/2 lbs. boneless pork shoulder or butt roast 1 small onion, sliced 2 cloves garlic, sliced 1 teaspoon salt [...]
Strawberry Slab Pie Courtesy of grocery.coop Recipe Information Total Time: 2 1/2 hours, 1 hour active Servings: 12 This pie is full of sweet strawberries, with hints of lemon and vanilla. The flaky crust is biscuit-like and flecked with sparkling sugar for even more appeal. It’s also very juicy, so be sure to put [...]
Elotes Courtesy of grocery.coop Recipe Information Total Time: 30 minutes Servings: 4 Give your corn on the cob a zesty blast of flavor. Ingredients 4 large ears of corn, shucked 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1/2 medium lime, zested and juiced 2 teaspoons ancho chili powder 1/4 cup crumbled cotija or grated Parmesan cheese Preparation To [...]
Black-eyed Pea Salad Courtesy of grocery.coop Recipe Information Total Time: 20 minutes Servings: 6 Black-eyed peas are an ancient staple food in Africa and have become part of soul food traditions in America. They also hold a place in the popular imagination as a food that brings good luck. These healthful legumes are high [...]
Red, White, and Blue Potato Salad By: Co+op Recipe Information Total Time: 40 minutes Servings: 4 You can't go wrong with this colorful and tasty potato salad recipe! Add eye appeal to your salad with a colorful mix of red, blue and white new potatoes, drizzled with a light vinaigrette. Ingredients 1 pound mixed [...]
Wheatsfield Co-op Membership (Re)Collections This year we are celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Wheatsfield! We know you have memories and mementos from the Co-op over the years, and we would love to see them. Please help us gather co-op memories from the past 50 years, reflections on what you love about the co-op, [...]
Dear Wheatsfield Cooperative Members, We are excited to announce that nominations are now open for the upcoming Board of Directors election. As a member-owned and democratically governed cooperative, Wheatsfield relies on the dedication and leadership of its members to guide our future. Serving on the Board is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful [...]
June Member Appreciation Day! Join us on Saturday, June 22 from 10am-2pm to celebrate you! Enjoy samples around the co-op, local music, visit with board members, sign-up to win our Local Product Giveaway, send the kids on a scavenger hunt, meet local producers, and more! Don't miss out on our limited edition 50th Anniversary recycled cotton [...]
By Kim McDermott, Wellness Manager Summertime in Iowa is a great time for getting outside and enjoying the sunshine and the beauty of the natural world. And though you may love the sun and the outdoors, these hot, windy, buggy summer days can take a toll on your skin and [...]
