Summer Foods That Help You Stay Hydrated When temperatures climb, staying hydrated becomes even more important. While drinking plenty of water is essential, many fresh foods can also help keep you cool and hydrated. In fact, some fruits and vegetables are made up of more than 90% water while also providing vitamins, minerals, and [...]
Thistle & Yarrow Acres July 2026 Produce Parable By Adam Calder, Wheatsfield Produce Manager Twenty years ago, Abi Stearns was pregnant and living in an apartment just a short walk away from the old Douglas Avenue Wheatsfield location. She would shop at the co-op frequently, and she daydreamed about someday producing something that could be [...]
By Kim McDermott, Wellness Manager Summer is the season for sunshine, adventures, and spending more time outdoors, but it's also the perfect time to give your body and skin a little extra support. From staying hydrated in the heat and soothing tired muscles to nourishing sun-kissed skin and keeping pesky [...]
Save on Everything Iowa! Members! Shop your Co-op on Saturday, July 25 to save 15% on local products around the Co-op (that’s over 1,000 products!). From 11am-1pm - Enjoy local samples, co-op explorers local scavenger hunt for the kiddos, wellness diy and sign up to win our local product giveaway! Wheatsfield defines local [...]
Iowa Wildlife Center The Iowa Wildlife Center provides professional wildlife rescue, medical treatment and rehabilitation of native wildlife in central Iowa; teaches about wildlife and habitat stewardship; and provides wildlife assistance skills training.
Eat lunch with us on the 4th of July! Stop by for house-made pork brats, hot dogs, and veggie dogs. Plus all the fixins! Grab them in co-op off our hot bar. Grab chips, cold drinks, cookies and more to round out your lunch! Cool off after the parade with your co-op. July [...]
Nam Doc Mai Mango June 2026 Produce Parable By Adam Calder, Wheatsfield Produce Manager Summer is upon us, and that means it is the time for tropical fruit! Making a return appearance in our produce department is a real star, the Nam Doc Mai mango. It is difficult to articulate just how good these [...]
Why I Chose to Become a Wheatsfield Member-Owner Deb Russell, Wheatsfield Board of Directors As a member of the Wheatsfield Board of Directors, I’m often asked why membership matters. After all, anyone can shop at the Co-op, so why become a Member-Owner? For me, the answer is about more than discounts or sales. Membership [...]
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 [...]
