Dive in to the art and science of handcrafted herbal lip care in this interactive, hands-on workshop! Using a plethora of natural, nourishing, and eco-friendly ingredients including beeswax, oils, butters, and plant essential oils, participants will make and take home two different lip balm formulations to protect lips in all four seasons. It's herbal lip care made [...]
Let's Celebrate June Member Appreciation Day! Join us on Saturday, June 13 from 10am-2pm to celebrate you! Enjoy samples around the co-op, visit with board members, sign-up to win our Local Product Giveaway, send the kids on a crafty activity, meet local producers, and more! Local Producers Experience the [...]
May 20th Board Meeting Highlights The Education and Outreach Committee announced continuation of the Graduate Research Night events due to the previous month’s success. May 21st was the second Graduate Research Night event, and the Student Board Representative and Education and Outreach Committee will continue to co-organize these events in upcoming months as part [...]
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 [...]
About WFAN Since 1997, the Women, Food, and Agriculture Network has engaged women & non-binary farmers and land stewards in building a just and ecological food system through community power. Our network’s deepest roots are in Iowa, and now, 27 years on, we have the privilege of connecting with members across the country who [...]
History of Fresh May 2026 Produce Parable By Adam Calder, Wheatsfield Produce Manager What is fresh food? A simple enough question to ask, mind-boggling difficult to answer. In her book Fresh: A Perishable History, author Susanne Freidberg does a thorough job answering that question, and analyzing how that definition has changed over time and [...]
Tiny Deck Concerts Are Back for 2026! Kick off your weekends with free live music under the open sky and on the deck! Friday nights, June 26 – September 4 | 6:00–7:30 PMHead to the east deck for amazing local bands, good vibes, and great company. Grab dinner, sip a drink, and soak up [...]
Brenda Backman Artist Bio Brenda Backman is a contemporary artist known for her evocative use of color and texture, creating immersive landscapes that explore the interplay between nature and emotion. Based in Story City, IA, she draws inspiration from her surroundings, transforming everyday scenes into vibrant, abstract interpretations. Brenda's artistic journey began at an [...]
Saturday, May 9 | 11AM-1PM | Around the Co-op! Celebrate World Fair Trade Day with YOUR Co-op! Check out our Spin-to-win Fair Trade Giveaway at the front, plus coffee, popcorn, snag a Fairtrade coupon and more! World Fair Trade Day Saturday, May 9, 2026 World Fair Trade Day is a global celebration [...]
Spring Wine Sale THURDAY, MAY 14 - SATURDAY, MAY 16 Member-Owners and Student Discount SAVE 15% on more that 200 wines from over a dozen countries! Choose from a wide selection of red, white, and rosé wines from some of the finest vineyards in the world. Many of our wines are organically grown from [...]
