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Join us on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 for the FARE Idaho Field to Fork Festival Sandpoint. A day dedicated to celebrating and strengthening North Idaho’s local food economy. Hosted by FARE Idaho, this gathering brings together farmers, ranchers, food producers, retailers, chefs, and community members to connect, collaborate, and explore how we can build a more resilient regional food system—together.

 

We will be featuring great news and tips for any small business owners, as well as a dedicated time for producers in North Idaho to meet with buyers from area hospitality venues. Come prepared to make some great connections that will help your business grow!

 

Doors will open for the event at 11:30 a.m. Lunch and snacks provided.

 

*Speed dating for buyers and producers to connect*

*Prize drawing for attendees at 2:45 p.m.*

*The event is free to attend but registration is required*

We are excited to see you in Sandpoint!
 

PepsiCo is proud to support our local partners and FARE Idaho.
 

Vanillas of the World® Sources the finest vanilla beans from small growers/curers throughout the world. Featuring over 45 different origins and seven different species of vanilla beans, from unique growing regions all at affordable prices. The company manufactures pure vanilla extracts and distribute natural flavorings. Additionally, they have a number of vanilla beans and pure vanilla extracts that are certified organic. Jones & Co. is dedicated to serving their customers and supporting thousands of vanilla growers scattered throughout the world
 

The Snake River Heritage Center invites you to a special community event dedicated to the preservation of our regional legacy. These evenings serve as a vital connection between our storied past and our community's future. Attendees will enjoy an immersive experience over dinner, and then become the detectives. These murder mystery dinners take place in Weiser. Members of the Snake River Heritage Center are given first dibs on tickets for the event. Follow the link below for more details or to reserve your seat!

🔗https://snakeriverheritagecenter.org/events-1 🔗
 
 
Rangeland Fire Protection Associations have been working hard to protect our ranchers, farmers and landowners. More than 13 structures and 100's of cattle have been lost to fires according to the Owyhee County Sheriff’s Office.
 
Idaho Surface Water Coalition announces 33% reduction of water allocations by their members. This is due to historically low snow fall, drought, and drained aquifer.

 

Boise Co-Op to Open New Location - Boise Dev

The Boise Co-Op has applied to the City of Meridian for a third location to be located near Chinden Blvd. & Black Cat Rd. 

 

New USDA Meat Processing Plant Opens in Washington - Capital Press

Lone Crow Meat Processing has opened this month as a brand new USDA-certified slaughter facility. Cody & Jen Hoseth are first generation farmers that took nearly a decade to bring this facility to fruition from the ground up. 
 
 

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