Farmers markets are more than a shopping destination—they’re vibrant hubs of flavor, connection, and community. Every visit supports the hardworking producers and celebrates the unique food culture of your region. As we navigate the choices for our culinary experiences, Read more
As a farmer, there’s no better way to connect with your community and share your hard workthan through farmers markets. Both the Waterloo Urban Farmers Market (WUFM) and theCedar Falls Farmers Market (CFFM) offer incredible opportunities to showcase Read more
This classic dessert is a great way to use up leftover rice. It can also be a fun twist on pre-cooked rice if you’re looking to mix things up. Lightly sweet, creamy, and the dried fruit adds a fun Read more
Lentils are a majorly underrated food–in part because delicious recipes for lentil dishes can be difficult to find! While many delicious lentil soup recipes populate the internet, this Lentil Sloppy Joe recipe is great for the summertime, when barbeques Read more
This month, we’re shining a light on the many ways you can engage with our region’s vibrant local food community. Whether you’re looking to build connections, share resources, or give back, there’s a place for everyone to get involved.
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Wednesday, February 5, 2025
At the 2025 UNI Local Food Program’s Farm to Fork Dinner, 130 members of the community gathered at the Diamond Event Center for a delicious dinner that celebrated local food. Attendees began the evening by Read more
Tired of resolving to “eat healthier” every new year? It’s such a common goal, yet it often lacks direction or purpose. Instead, aim for realistic, actionable resolutions that not only put your physical and mental health into your own Read more
Farmers Markets will open the first week of May. Farmer’s Markets are a great way to support your local economy. In other words, put your dollars into a local hard-working farmer’s pockets! Plus, you purchase high-quality, dense nutrition food Read more
This is an opportunity for experienced vendors and new vendors to gain knowledge about farmers markets in the Cedar Valley region. Topics will include the new Cottage Law, guidelines from Black Hawk County Public Health, SNAP/EBT, DUFB, Veggie Vouchers, Read more
Are you interested in purchasing local food for your business? Are you currently purchasing local food but need more suppliers? Are you interested in selling your local food to wholesale markets? Yes, then this event is for you!
This Read more
This event brings together members of our community to share a table, a story, and a meal, while supporting our local food system.
This incredible four-course meal will be prepared by local chefs utilizing local ingredients.
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UNI dining loves to celebrate and feature local foods every day, but September 27th was Iowa Local Food Day, and UNI dining was able to feature some special dishes and local ingredients. While the day is geared toward K-12 Read more
90 guests attended the dinner on February 8th. There was time to socialize before kicking off the evening with Root Vegetable Bisque with Beet Garnish and Green Salad with Cherry Tomato, Red Onion, Roasted Nuts, Herb Vinaigrette. Jodie Huegerich, Read more
Join the 2023 CVRFFN local food directory.
We want to help you advertise your business and help Cedar Valley customers find great local products! We invite you to be part of the annual Cedar Valley local food directory which Read more
February 25, 2023 1-4 p.m. Location: TBD
This workshop is for food and farm businesses considering using social media, using social media and/or wanting to learn more about how to effectively social media. Karen Everling, founder of World Grace Read more
February 25, 2023 9 a.m.-noon Location: TBD
Are you a returning farmers market vendor? Are you considering vending at a farmers market? This workshop is for current and future farmers market vendors in the Cedar Valley region. Please join Read more
This annual event gives local food producers and local food buyers the opportunity to meet and start conversations about products, growing practices, etc. Anyone is welcome to attend.
February 1, 2023 8:30-10:30 a.m. Diamond Event Center (5307 Caraway Ln) Read more
After a two year break the annual local food dinner is back! This event brings together members of our community to share a table, a story, and a meal, while supporting our local food system.
This incredible four-course meal Read more
October is National Farm to School Month, and this year, September 28th was Iowa Local Food Day. The day was designated in 2018 to honor local growers and bring local foods into the schools. The University of Northern Read more
