Fresh Pickings

Fresh Pickings magazine celebrates the incredible food, farms and families that make Iowa a special place to live. 

In this issue, discover a great Iowa community, meet a family with a rich history of raising cattle and learn how one organization is bringing farmers and large companies together to advance sustainability goals. Plus, find recipes for fresh and hearty salads, hear from farmers and industry experts about pest control solutions that help protect Iowa’s crops, meet a family who found success selling delicious egg rolls to farmer's market patrons and more!

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Publication Details

Fresh Pickings is brought to you by the Iowa Food & Family Project. The magazine inspires readers to explore how food is grown and raised around the state and meet the farmers who make it happen; 24/7, 365 days a year.

The publication is offered on a quarterly basis.

You can find a digital version of the magazine here.

Free print copies of the magazine are available at Iowa-based Earl May Garden Centers and upcoming Iowa Food & Family Project events (while supplies last). If you’d like a copy sent directly to your mailbox, complete this form to request a free mailed subscription.

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