Ida County Farm Bureau

06/22/2026

☀️🎉 **Summer fun is heating up at the Ida County Farm Bureau!**

From FREE ice cream 🍦 to pedal pulls 🚲 and a farmers' market 🥕—we’ve got something for everyone!

Grab your friends, bring the family, and join us for a summer full of food, fun, and community 💚

📅 Check out the lineup below and don’t miss out!

06/21/2026

06/17/2026

📣🚨 HEY IDA COUNTY! GET READY TO PULL SOME PEDALS! 🚨📣
The Ida County Farm Bureau Pedal Pull is BACK and it’s going to be BIG FUN at the Ida County Fair! 🚜💪
Bring the kids and cheer them on as they test their strength and determination in this crowd-favorite event!

🔥 WHO: Kids ages 4–11
📅 WHEN: July 17, 2026
⏰ Registration: 4:30 PM | Pull Starts: 5:00 PM
📍 WHERE: Ida County Fairgrounds (Mini Grandstands)

This high-energy event is proudly sponsored by the Ida County Farm Bureau—supporting youth, agriculture, and community tradition! ❤️

🎉 Grab your friends, bring the family, and don’t miss out on one of the most exciting events at the fair!

06/17/2026

Bacon Buddies is BACK! Come join the fun!

🐷💗 Join the Fun at the Ida County Fair! 💗🐷

The Ida County Pork Producers are proud to host their Annual Bacon Buddies Show—a truly special event that brings smiles, laughter, and unforgettable experiences to the fair!

This event gives individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (age 10+) the chance to shine in the show ring, paired with a mentor for a one-of-a-kind livestock experience. It’s all about inclusion, encouragement, and celebrating everyone’s abilities 💙

📅 July 19
📍 Ida County Fairgrounds
3:00 PM

Come cheer on these amazing participants and see what makes this event so meaningful to our community!

👉 Interested in participating? Be sure to register today!

ISU Extension Ida County Ida County Fair

06/15/2026

🍦 Scoop up some fun with us! 🍦

Join us on June 25th at the Ida Grove Farmers Market as we celebrate National Dairy Month in the sweetest way possible… FREE ice cream! 🎉

This year’s flavor? 👀
🐄 “Cow Tippin” from The Farmacy — you won’t want to miss it!
✨ Enjoy a pure joy in every scoop
🐄 Learn a little about where your dairy comes from
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Bring the whole family for a cool summer treat

Don’t miss out—one scoop is all it takes to make your day sweeter! 💙

Sponsored by Ida County Farm Bureau Board

📍 Ida Grove Farmers Market
📅 June 25 4:30-6:30
Downtown at the Godbersen Park
2nd & Main Farmers Market

06/04/2026

Board member Roger Bumann and Outreach Coordinator Danika Hinkeldey spent a wonderful afternoon at Golden Horizons Assisted Living, sharing how we support our members and our community.

Our Outreach Coordinator, Danika Hinkeldey, presented about the work we do locally—member benefits, partnerships with local businesses, and the many ways we invest in Ida County. She also shared about her role in the classroom, teaching students how agriculture impacts their daily lives through ag education.

Residents even had the chance to build pig barns, ask questions, and learn more about our member‑driven organization.

From local involvement to statewide opportunities like scholarships, Spokesman publications,membership discounts, partnerships with food pantries, FFA chapters and much more we’re proud to serve Ida County at every level.

Thank you, Golden Horizons, for the opportunity and the great conversation.

05/25/2026

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. 🇺🇸

This Memorial Day, Ida County Farm Bureau encourages everyone to take a moment to reflect on the courage, service, and dedication of those who gave their lives for our country. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.

As we gather with family and friends, may we also remember the true meaning of this day and express gratitude for the freedoms we enjoy because of our heroes.

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day. ❤️🤍💙

05/18/2026

These dates are approaching quickly and are very IMPORTANT! Mark these down so you don't miss out!

05/16/2026

Ida County Farm Bureau is a proud partner of the 32nd Annual Wh**ey Thompson Hike‑Bike‑A‑Thon, donating the cups each year that keep riders and volunteers refreshed with clean Culligan water along the route. 💧🥤🚴‍♂️

It’s one of our favorite ways to lift up a tradition that brings our community together and invests in local students.

This year, 577 students hit the trail and helped raise a record‑breaking $88,421.81 for OABCIG Dollars for Scholars scholarships — an incredible boost for their futures. 💶🖤

Thank you to everyone who rode, volunteered, donated, and supported this meaningful event. Community spirit like this keeps us strong. 🌟🖤💜

05/13/2026

Century, Heritage Farm Awards...Apply Now

As Iowa celebrates America's 250th birthday, Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naag is inviting eligible Iowa Farm owners to apply for Century or Heritage Farm recognition.

The Iowa Dept of Agriculture in conjunction with the Iowa farm Bureau established the Century Farm and Heritage Farm Programs to honor farm families for their dedication in maintaining agriculture as a viable industry in Iowa and providing a way of life for future generations.

To be recognized in 2026, completed applications must be post marked or received by the Department by June 1, 2026.

Applications are available on the Iowa Department of Agriculture website or by calling the Ida County Farm Bureau office at 712-364-2931

Century and Heritage Farm families represent that enduring commitment to freedom, hard work, and stewardship of the land.