Sarah FrancisFood Science and Human Nutrition515-294-1456slfranci@iastate.edu More Iowans than ever are exploring how to home preserve their garden bounty to enjoy that fresh taste of summer all year long. Iowa …
New Food Preservation Classes Coming Online in October
Harvesting and Storing Winter Squash
Richard JauronExtension Horticulturist515-294-3108rjauron@iastate.edu Winter squash can be enjoyed for months when the fruit are properly harvested, cured and stored. Horticulture experts with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach provide answers …
Apple Season in Iowa Offers Nutritious Opportunities
Ruth LitchfieldFood Science and Human Nutrition515-294-9484litch@iastate.edu Cynthia HaynesAssociate Professor in Horticulture515-294-4006chaynes@iastate.edu Sarah FrancisFood Science and Human Nutrition515-294-1456slfranci@iastate.edu The saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” isn’t far from …
Virtual Food Systems Certifications to Be Offered Online
Kaley HohenshellProgram Coordinator515-745-2401kaleyh@iastate.edu Strong and healthy local food systems are more important than ever for communities during the ongoing pandemic. The Community Food Systems team at Iowa State University Extension …
Harvesting and Storing Onions
Richard JauronExtension Horticulturist515-294-3108rjauron@iastate.edu Onions are a staple in the kitchen. If properly harvested, cured and stored, homegrown onions can be enjoyed through much of fall and winter. For more information on …
Summer Squash Is a Versatile Vegetable in Iowa Gardens
Ruth LitchfieldFood Science and Human Nutrition515-294-9484litch@iastate.edu Sarah FrancisFood Science and Human Nutrition515-294-1456slfranci@iastate.edu Cynthia HaynesAssociate Professor in Horticulture515-294-4006chaynes@iastate.edu It is that time of the year when there is an abundance of …
Bees to provide honey, learning opportunities
Have you heard the buzz? Bees have taken up residence in Cyclone-colored hives at Iowa State University’s Horticulture Research Station north of Ames, where they will soon provide learning opportunities for students, …
National Farmers Market Week is right around the corner
The Farmers Market Coalition (FMC), a national organization committed to strengthening farmers markets, announces the launch of its nationwide campaign for the 21st annual National Farmers Market Week on August …
Online Workshop Planned for Safe Mushroom Foraging
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is offering the second of a two-part online workshop on Aug. 4 for anyone interested in learning more about identifying and foraging local mushrooms. …
Berries, though Small, Are a Nutritional Powerhouse
Ruth LitchfieldFood Science and Human Nutrition515-294-9484litch@iastate.edu Sarah FrancisFood Science and Human Nutrition515-294-1456slfranci@iastate.edu Cynthia HaynesAssociate Professor in Horticulture515-294-4006chaynes@iastate.edu Cool off from the July heat with juicy raspberries and blackberries. Blackberries and …