Wilson’s Orchard & Farm – Spring 2024 Host Farm
Iowa City
Wilson’s Orchard & Farm is a family-owned food and farm business founded in 1980. Their mission is to help develop local, ethical, and regenerative food and farm systems in our communities.
Wilson’s currently operates a farm in Solon that is not open to the public, as well as two direct-to-community supported farms that are open to the public – one in Iowa City, and a second in Des Moines that just opened this past spring. On their community supported farms, they grow about 10 crops and over 100 varieties of fruit and flowers; these farms also each feature a Ciderhouse Restaurant & Tasting Room, Bakery, Event Venue, and Farm Market.
Rose Farm – Winter 2024 Host Farm
Norwalk
Travel just 20 minutes outside the city center of Des Moines to Norwalk, and be greeted by the beauty of Rose Farm, family-owned and lovingly-managed by Flower Farmers Karri and Patrick Rose. With 25 acres of sprawling ground and three acres of flower gardens, you will find yourself immediately transplanted to a place of tranquility. Set against the backdrop of deep rolling hills, the idyllic barn, housing The Shoppe at Rose Farm, hosts a community of learners through Lifestyle Workshoppes and Learning Lectures, as well as providing a unique boutique venue for special events and celebrations. Rose Farm is the destination for seasonal farm-to-table dinners, culinary, art, and floral workshoppes, farm-fresh, locally-grown florals and unique gifts and goods. Stay over at Victoria’s House, the charming airbnb on the property, or book a photography session with our seasonally-styled greenhouse, featured in six publications + found on the cover of Better Homes & Gardens Farmhouse Christmas and The Iowan Magazine. “Our dream is to help you take a sabbatical from your everyday, to stop and smell the ‘roses’ on your life journey and experience the magic of nature here at the farm.”
kittleson brothers – Spring 2025 host farm
St. Ansgar
Kittleson Brothers Potatoes and Onions has been growing and selling potatoes and onions to local families and grocery stores for generations. Currently owned and operated by Steve & Beth Rachut and Adam Koch, Kittleson Brothers is located one mile south of St. Ansgar – The Garden Spot of Iowa. At Kittleson Brothers, you can find a variety of red and yellow onions, red, gold, russet and white potatoes, and a variety of other produce. Produce can be purchased on-farm seasonally from October through May at the warehouse store, or purchased from more than 30 grocery stores across the Cedar Valley.
revelton Distilling Co. – Summer 2025 Host venue
Osceola
Revelton Distilling Company is a family-owned craft distillery rooted in the heart of southern Iowa. Founded by Rob and Dr. Christi Taylor, Revelton opened its doors in Osceola in December 2020 with a mission to craft world-class spirits while supporting local agriculture and community.
Drawing on Rob’s deep farming roots in Clarke County and a diverse career spanning agriculture, mechanics, energy, and public service, Revelton blends tradition and innovation in every bottle. The Taylors source 100% of their distilling grains from nearby farms and return all spent mash as high-quality livestock feed—reinforcing their commitment to regenerative, local systems.
Revelton’s award-winning lineup includes Bourbon and Rye Whiskeys, American and Mulberry Gins, vodkas, and flavored liqueurs. Their distillery, which now stands as Iowa’s fastest-growing, welcomes visitors for tours, tastings, and events, offering a unique farm-to-glass experience.