The Ag Diversification Bureau works with various organizations, associations, and producers that have ties to the horticulture industry in Iowa. Please see below for links to some IDALS hort-related resources as well as links to other state agency and association resources.
Some 200 farmers markets in Iowa provide direct marketing outlets for fresh locally grown produce; baked goods; and a variety of products from eggs to meat, wine, cheese and crafts. Staff within the Department's Ag Diversification and Marketing Bureau provides technical assistance to community organizers to assist them in establishing, developing and sustaining farmers markets in their communities.
Along with the Iowa Farmers Market Association, the Ag Diversification and Marketing Bureau co-sponsors the annual Farmers Market Workshop geared to managers and vendors. This one day workshop typically held in February offers attendees a wide range of information of interest to stakeholders.
Resources
Resources for Consumers
IDALS Searchable Farmers Market and Farmstand Directories
Iowa WIC and Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Programs
Choose Iowa What's In Season? - Harvest calendar
Iowa Christmas Tree Association - Find a Farm
ISU Plant and Disease Diagnostic Clinic
Some Organization Links
Iowa Farmers Market Association
Iowa Specialty Crop Growers Association
Iowa Christmas Tree Association
Iowa Nursery & Landscape Association
ISU Horticulture Department & Extension and Outreach
Resources for Producers & Market Staff
Farmers Market Nutrition Program – Producer & Staff Link
Iowa Pesticide-Sensitive Crops Registry
FDA Produce Safety Rule Program
Choose Iowa & Choose Iowa Grant Programs
IDALS Farmers Market Development Manual
Iowa Valley RC&D Market Manager Toolkit
For food licensing needs – Iowa Food & Consumer Safety Bureau
IDALS Farmers Markets Weights & Measures Regulations
Double Up Food Bucks – Market Information
Iowa Specialty Crop Block Grants
Iowa Local Food Purchasing Assistance Program (LFPA)
Iowa Alcoholic Beverages Division
Midwest Grape and Wine Industry Institute
2017 Commercial Horticulture Food Crop Survey
2017 Commercial Horticulture Food Crop Survey Appendices