Support your local farmer this holiday season with these seven gift ideas!

1. A Local CSA Membership

Sometimes it’s hard to remember those warm Iowa days in the wintertime, but they WILL return! A CSA is the perfect gift for the foodie on your list that can’t get enough veggies!

2. Local Honey or Maple Syrup

Locally produced honey and maple syrup have super long shelf lives, making it easy to support your local farmer any time of year! Find a bottle or two for stocking stuffers!

3. Local Meat Bundles

Speaking of supporting local farmers year-round, our region’s meat producers have their freezers stocked for you! You can often find great deals on meat bundles or CSAs this time of year. An excellent gift for the grillers or carnivores in your life!

4. Farm or Restaurant Gift Cards

Many of our area’s farmers offer gift cards or certificates that can be used at a later time. Restaurant gift cards are also a popular gift. Find a restaurant that sources local ingredients for the locavore on your list!

5. Locally Roasted Coffee Beans

Coffee! Need we say more?

6. Local Baked Goods / Treats

For the sourdough bread artisan or those with a sweet tooth, find a local baker or bakery!

7. Local Wine or Beer

North Iowa has some seriously amazing breweries and vineyards. We love gifting these to our out-of-state friends and family who may otherwise not get to enjoy!