Black Hawk County Farm Bureau

05/20/2026

Black Hawk's 3rd week winner is Kim Witthoft! She entered her name in the drawing at the Waterloo Fareway meat counter. She won a 4-pack of TBONE Steaks! 🥩

Meat, particularly beef, delivers the most vitamin B12 intake globally. Beef is also an excellent source of iron and zinc. These vitamins and minerals are needed for energy, immunity and overall physical and cognitive function. 💪🧠

It's okay to skip the expensive dietary supplements on your next shopping trip and grab a gallon of milk instead.

05/14/2026

Black Hawk's 2nd T-Bone Tuesday winner was Shannon Ruroden. Her husband, Nick stopped by to pick her 4-pack of steaks!

Upcycling forages humans cannot eat into high-quality meat is cattle’s superpower. 💪 These animals also play a critical role in promoting soil health, plant biodiversity and creating open space for wildlife.

Think skipping steak will save the planet? Here’s the real story on how American farmers are leading the way in low-impact beef and dairy—and why your burger might be greener than you think.

05/07/2026

You won't want to miss this great event happening in Benton County!

Each summer, IALF partners with host locations to offer two-day professional development opportunities for formal & informal K-12 educators! The two-day in-person workshop includes on-site tours, hands-on activities, resources, materials & more! Discover practical strategies for integrating agriculture across content areas. Leave with classroom-ready lesson plans, resources, and ideas you can immediately apply in your teaching.

Register here: https://aealearningonline.escworks.com/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=56437

Linn County Farm Bureau
Linn County Education Outreach
Buchanan County Farm Bureau
Delaware County Farm Bureau
Black Hawk County Farm Bureau

05/07/2026

Black Hawk County T-Bone Tuesday Winner this week is Sandy Wolf! She won a 4Pack of T-Bone steaks by entering her name in the weekly drawing at the Waterloo Fareway.

U.S. meat is the most sustainable in the world—and that includes beef. 🥩

Beef cattle contribute less than 4% of the nation’s greenhouse gases while providing more than 28 billion pounds of meat. But farmers won’t stop there—they continue to work with feed specialists and researchers to find ways to reduce emissions even further.

Think skipping steak will save the planet? Here’s the real story on how American farmers are leading the way in low-impact beef and dairy—and why your burger might be greener than you think.

05/05/2026

Celebrate Cinco De Mayo with BEEF! 🍋‍🟩🥩🌮

These Ground Beef Tacos are made with a deliciously seasoned ground beef filling, served in corn tortillas and finished with all the best toppings.

05/04/2026

No matter if cattle are raised on pasture, in a feedlot or under roof, responsible Iowa livestock farmers make sure their animals are provided with access to clean water, a balanced diet and veterinary care.

05/01/2026

You would have to eat six tablespoons of peanut butter (564 calories) or three whole cups of quinoa (666 calories) to equal the amount of protein you’d get from a 3-oz. serving of lean beef (154 calories)

05/01/2026

Starting Today, stop by the Waterloo Fareway and register to win a 4-pack of T-Bones! No purchase necessary!

04/28/2026

Black Hawk County!!
Each Tuesday in May, Waterloo Fareway shoppers have a chance to win a pack of T-bone steaks, courtesy of Black County Farm Bureau.

Customers can enter the “T-Bone Tuesday” drawing at the meat counter—no purchase necessary. One winner will be contacted each week to claim the prize.

“May ushers in the start of summer grilling season. It is also Beef month, says Black Hawk County Farm Bureau President, Scott Rottinghaus. 'So what better way to promote beef than to showcase arguably the most recognizable cut of beef with T-Bone Tuesday! It's iconic shape and combination of tenderness and flavor make the T-bone the perfect choice for a backyard grilling session any day of the week!'

Follow the Black County page for weekly winner announcements and to learn more about how farmers are raising high-quality, sustainable meat.

04/22/2026

Environmental stewardship isn’t just important on Earth Day-it’s important every day! Farmers value hard work, securing freedom and growth for the next generation. Happy Earth Day! 🌎