Innovative pilot program demonstrates how government, non-profits and the private sector can partner together to address community challenges like food insecurity while also building Iowa’s economy
Learn how Van Manen Sweet Corn & Fresh Produce is using their value-added grant to construct a processing facility with customer pick-up location and storage.
Learn how Andrew Pesek Farms is using their value-added grant to incorporate tree transplanting equipment to diversify farm operations.
Learn how Brewer Family Farms used their value-added grant to add value-added meats for schools through the Farm to School program.
Learn how Brightside Aleworks is using their value-added grant to add gluten-free brewing capacity utilizing Iowa honey.
Learn how Central Iowa Shelter Services is using their value-added grant to add capabilities for online sales of tilapia and hydroponic lettuce.
Learn how Clovergold Flower Farm is using their value-added grant to increase floral production and drought mitigation.
Learn how Ditmars Orchard & Vineyard is using their value-added grant to purchase production efficiency equipment.
Learn how Echollective Farm is using their value-added grant to expand cold storage and add fruit and vegetable processing.
Learn how Farm Story Meats is using their value-added grant to increase cold storage capacity for direct-to-consumer meat sales.