Citrus, a Christmas Tradition Adam Calder Wheatsfield Produce Manager In this day and age, most people are accustomed to having citrus year-round; they tend not to think of it as a treat and usually not as a gift either. Five hundred years ago, that was not the case. Back then, only the wealthy could [...]
November 19th Board Meeting Highlights The Board appointed a new member, Chris Colvin, to replace Maral Erol, outgoing Board member who had to step down from the Board. This member spot will be up for re-election in October of 2026. The strategic discussion kicking off this month’s Board meeting centered on student engagement [...]
December 2025 Word from the Board Duane Pitcher, Wheatsfield Board Treasurer The holiday season in Downtown Ames is officially underway! We’ll kick things off with the Ames Snow Magic Celebration on December 4, followed by our own Fresh Evergreens Make and Take on Dec. 6th and then our Winter Kickoff Event on December 13. [...]
The Co-op Winter Kickoff Party AND LOCAL MAKER MARKET Sat., Dec. 13 from 10am-2pm. Join us to celebrate the kick off the winter season with festive samples, live music, giveaways, kids activities, our Holiday Local Maker Market, FREE cookie decorating, and MORE! Support your local maker community by shopping local! Browse gifts and treats [...]
Habitat for Humanity Habitat for Humanity of Central Iowa helps families build strength, stability, and independence through affordable home ownership. Central Iowa Families partner with Habitat to build a place they can call home and, in turn, they help build stronger neighborhoods and communities. With every dollar you donate, every [...]
Turkey Vegetable Soup By: Oryana Co-op Warm, hearty, and endlessly adaptable, this Turkey Vegetable Soup is the perfect way to turn Thanksgiving leftovers into a nourishing new meal. Packed with colorful vegetables, tender turkey, and your choice of rice, barley, or noodles, it’s a cozy bowl that’s ready in under an hour. Make it [...]
Turkey Bone Broth By: Oryana Co-op Recipe Information Turn every bit of your holiday turkey into something comforting and delicious with this simple homemade broth. Simmering the leftover carcass low and slow transforms it into a rich, nourishing stock perfect for soups, gravies, or sipping on its own. With just a handful of vegetables [...]
Halved acorn squash stuffed and baked with diced apples and cranberries. Photo curtesy of Co+op, Welcome to the Table Cinnamon Apple Stuffed Squash By: Co+op, welcome to the table Recipe Information Total Time: 60 minutes Servings: 4-6 Tender acorn squash is filled with apple and dried cranberry stuffing for a delectable side [...]
Brussels Sprouts with Pomegranate Glaze By: Co+op Recipe Information Total Time: 45 minutes Servings: 4 The sweetness of the pomegranate juice caramelizes these festive and delicious Brussels sprouts. Ingredients 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved 1 tablespoon olive oil Pinch each of salt and black pepper 2 tablespoons pomegranate juice 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar [...]
Servings: 6 Perfect for a super bowl party or for dinner any night of the week, this is an easy recipe to toss together. Sweet potatoes are a tasty way to add important nutrients to your diet like Vitamin A, fiber and even protein. Substitute your favorite sausage, ground bison or meatless alternative if you [...]
