PRAIRIE PRODUCE

Prairie Produce is a local family-owned farm operation owned and operated by Roger and Teresa on the outskirts of Grinnell, Iowa. The business specializes in delivering fresh, sustainably grown seasonal fruits, vegetables, and artisan value-added products directly to the local community.
Production Practices & Growing Methods: The farm emphasizes environmental awareness and freshness using advanced local cultivation techniques:
Pure Water System: All crops are irrigated with clean water purified by a Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment System. This system removes 95% of toxins, eliminating harmful salts and chemicals to maximize plant nutrient uptake.
Pest and Soil Management: The operation utilizes plasticulture to drastically limit pesticide use and extensively applies organic-qualifying fertilizers to maintain soil health.
Freshness Lock: Picked fresh daily by early-morning harvesting crews, all produce is immediately transferred to specialized coolers to preserve maximum flavor and shelf life.
Core Crops & Product Lineup: While their undisputed high-volume, flagship crops are Sweet Corn and Red Slicer Tomatoes, the farm grows an expansive variety of seasonal items:
Fresh Vegetables: Asparagus, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, kohlrabi, zucchini, winter squash, okra, and a vast selection of pepper and tomato varieties (heirloom, cherry, Roma, and yellow).Fruits & Treats: Rhubarb, red raspberries, watermelons, and cantaloupes.
Artisanal Goods: Small-batch specialty items made directly from ingredients grown on their farm, including homemade salsas, corn relish, pepper jellies, and unique fruit jams (such as Blueberry Lemon Jam).
Freeze-Dried Goods: A specialized line of shelf-stable freeze-dried produce, snacks, and innovative pantry items like Freeze-Dried Strawberry Rhubarb Applesauce.