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Early Morning Harvest is a family-owned farm located near Panora, Iowa, just outside the Des Moines metro area. Founded by Jeff Hafner and his father Earl, the farm transitioned to organic practices in 2000 and has since grown into a diversified agricultural business focused on sustainability, innovation, and community engagement.
The farm produces certified organic grains including corn, buckwheat, rye, and wheat which are stone-ground on-site into flours, meals, and cereals. Their milling process emphasizes traceability and freshness, with each batch linked to the specific field it was grown in. The stone mill, built in 2011, allows for small-batch production and hands-on craftsmanship, ensuring high-quality, whole-grain products.
In addition to grains, Early Morning Harvest grows a wide variety of produce year-round using aquaponic, hydroponic, and traditional greenhouse methods. Their offerings include leafy greens, herbs, tomatoes, peppers, and seasonal fruits. The farm also raises bees for clover and buckwheat honey and maintains pastured hens for fresh eggs.
The farm store showcases their own products alongside goods from other Midwest producers, reinforcing their commitment to local partnerships and sustainable agriculture. Early Morning Harvest is more than a farm - it’s a community hub that educates, innovates, and nourishes Central Iowa with traceable, chemical-free food.
Anthem Oats is a fifth-generation, family-owned farm based in South Dakota that specializes in growing and producing premium oats using regenerative agricultural practices. Founded on land homesteaded in 1882, the farm is managed by Taylor and Cassandra Sumption, who oversee every step of the process—from planting and harvesting to milling and packaging. Their commitment to sustainability and stewardship is rooted in a philosophy of respecting the land to ensure it continues to provide for future generations.
Unlike many commercial oat brands, Anthem Oats is truly farmer-owned. The oats are grown exclusively on their own land, milled in the Midwest, and sold directly to consumers nationwide. This short, transparent supply chain ensures freshness, flavor, and traceability. Their regenerative farming methods such as crop rotation, cover cropping, and minimal tillage enhance soil health, conserve water, and reduce erosion, making their farm a model for environmentally responsible agriculture.
Anthem Oats offers a variety of products including traditional oatmeal, oatmeal cups, and cartons, all made with 100% USA-grown oats. Their brand emphasizes authenticity, quality, and connection, inviting families to gather around the table and enjoy simple, honest food.
Nebraska Bison is a family-owned business based in Adams, Nebraska, dedicated to producing premium, responsibly raised bison meat. Founded on the principle of creating something better for families and communities, the company has spent over 20 years building a reputation for high-quality, sustainable meat products that are both healthy and flavorful.
Their bison are raised on spacious ranches in Nebraska and Missouri, where they roam freely and live low-stress lives. Nebraska Bison takes pride in humane animal treatment and environmental stewardship, never using antibiotics, steroids, or hormones. The company maintains full control over the entire process from ranch to plate ensuring transparency and quality at every step.
Nebraska Bison offers a wide range of products including steaks, burgers, roasts, sausages, and jerky, all processed in USDA-inspected facilities. Their meats are leaner than traditional red meats, offering higher protein with fewer calories, making them a heart-healthy choice for consumers.
Beyond bison, the company also provides premium elk and grass-fed beef, and is committed to ethical business practices, customer service, and continuous innovation.
Midland Land and Livestock in Wyoming produces wool that plays a vital role in the sustainable fiber supply chain through its partnership with Mountain Meadow Wool Mill in Buffalo, Wyoming. Known for their commitment to responsible land management and animal care, Midland Land and Livestock supplies high-quality wool that is transformed into eco-conscious products like wool dryer balls.
These dryer balls, crafted at Mountain Meadow Wool, are a natural alternative to synthetic fabric softeners. Made from traceable, ranch-sourced wool, including that from Midland Land and Livestock, they are processed using biodegradable soaps and vegetable-based oils, preserving the fiber’s natural lanolin and softness. The mill’s closed-loop water system and sustainable practices ensure that the wool maintains its integrity while minimizing environmental impact.
Midland Land and Livestock’s contribution reflects a deep-rooted commitment to stewardship, sustainability, and the preservation of ranching traditions. Their wool helps create heirloom-quality products that connect consumers to the land and the legacy of American ranching. Through this partnership, Midland Land and Livestock supports a more ethical and transparent textile industry - one that values the rancher, the land, and the end product equally.
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