(Atlantic, Iowa) – As the growing season is winding down, the Cass County Grow Another Row Committee would like to remind community members to continue donating extra produce to the stands. Produce donations can include potatoes,  corn, tomatoes, zucchini, cucumbers, radishes, carrots, beets, green beans, squash, peppers, and more. Donated produce  should not be washed prior to placing on the stands, to help maintain freshness.

If produce is shared to the stands, you’re welcome to email Grace McAfee (mcage@casshealth.org) or share a photo on the  Facebook page (@CassCountyLocalFood). This will let the public know fresh produce is available for pick up! Please include  the time, date dropped off, and stand location to help us get the word out. Donations of any size are appreciated. No  donation is too big or too small for this program. Donations and pick-ups are encouraged to take place from dawn to dusk.  The stands will remain open as long as the growing season remains productive.

If you are looking for fresh local produce, make sure to check our stands all across the county. The Cass County Iowa Local Food, Farmers Markets, and Food Access Facebook page also shares when produce has been donated to stands.

For information on Cass County food pantries, farmers markets and other locally-driven food initiatives, follow the Cass County Local Food Policy Council on Facebook @CassCountyLocalFood. Healthy Cass County is a community-focused volunteer network formed to promote the health and well-being of Cass County residents. Follow Healthy Cass County on Facebook @HealthyCassCounty (https://www.facebook.com/HealthyCassCounty/).