FARE Idaho

06/26/2026

06/26/2026

The field looks great. Lots of your favorite berries. Opening in time for Independence Day. Get your blue and red berries here! Panhandle Farm Corridor FARE Idaho Idaho Preferred

03/31/2026

New equipment?
A greenhouse or other infrastructure upgrade?
A water cistern? A freezer?
No‑fence collars for grazing?

For many new producers, it's that one step that makes all the difference — turning plans into progress.

The New Producer Grant is designed to support those early steps.

What’s available:
💰One‑time $15,000 grant to support your operation’s growth
📅Applications accepted now through May 31, 2026

See if you're eligible. Click on the link in the comments.

What would you do with the $15,000 grant?

03/31/2026

Calling all food vendors🚚🍧 New this year, Boise Parks and Recreation is launching a pilot program to open more opportunities for vendors to sell food concessions in parks. The program allows mobile food vendors to acquire a daily permit to sell concessions in five City of Boise parks.

Daily permits are now available for April 15, 2026 through November 15, 2026.

Learn more and purchase a permit here: https://ow.ly/rS7K50YxOre

03/25/2026

A Message from the FARE Idaho Board of Directors: Over the past two years, a USDA grant helped FARE Idaho expand our programming, grow our reach, and build new connections across the state. That grant cycle is coming to an end, and with it, the organization is entering a new chapter.

As part of this transition, FARE Idaho and its Executive Director, Tammie Halcomb, are parting ways. We want to thank Tammie for her dedication, drive, and tireless work to build up Idaho's local food system.

Tammie’s leadership over the past two years brought significant growth to the organization, and we’re proud of the work accomplished. Through initiatives like Field to Fork in Boise and Sandpoint, the introduction of The Foodport in Caldwell, and a series of networking and industry gatherings across the state, FARE created connections statewide. The organization also advanced policy work, maintaining a presence in the Idaho statehouse, advocating for our local food systems, and supporting legislation like the Direct to Consumer Act, which will allow independent businesses greater access to local markets. Together, these efforts elevated the visibility of Idaho’s independent food and agriculture community and deepened collaboration across the sector.

FARE Idaho's mission has not changed. We exist to connect Idaho's independent farms, food, and beverage producers with the local restaurants, grocers, and businesses that buy their products. That work will continue.

What is changing is how FARE funds that work. Grant funding helped us grow, but the long-term foundation of this organization has always been the Idaho businesses we serve. Membership support and sponsorship partnerships are what sustain our FARE Idaho mission, and what will carry us forward. Our team remains in place: Luna continues in her administrative role, and our grant manager continues to oversee all active grant obligations. The board is focused on FARE's next chapter and will share more about our path forward soon.

If you're a current member or sponsor, thank you - your support has never mattered more.

If you've been thinking about joining, this is the moment. Reach out to us at [email protected] if you want to talk more.

- FARE Idaho Board of Directors

Thank you to our sponsors for your continued support!
Charlie's Produce | Hayden Beverage | Nice Healthcare
Shamrock Foods | Simplot | Sysco I Alsco | Bittercreek Alehouse | Cushing Terrell | Humpin Hannah's I Hawley Troxell | Pepsi | Reef | Scoular | VersiTech I 44° North Vodka | AgWest | Associated Insurance Services | Khamu Solutions


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02/11/2026

Small-batch production and bold flavor define the work of Sun Valley Mustard. Crafted with care and high-quality ingredients, their mustards are designed to complement a wide range of dishes, offering chefs and home cooks a versatile, Idaho-made condiment with real character.

By focusing on flavor, consistency, and thoughtful sourcing, Sun Valley Mustard shows how simple ingredients, when done well, can make a meaningful impact in kitchens across the state.

Stop by and connect with Sun Valley Mustard at Field to Fork to sample their products and learn more about their approach.

Join us at JUMP Boise on February 12th

02/10/2026

Wine can be both expressive and accessible, and Veer Wine Project brings a fresh perspective to Idaho’s wine scene. Focused on small-batch production and minimal intervention, Veer emphasizes balance, approachability, and wines that pair naturally with food and everyday moments.

Their work reflects a growing segment of producers who are exploring new styles while staying grounded in quality fruit and thoughtful winemaking.

Stop by and connect with Veer Wine Project at Field to Fork to learn more about their wines and philosophy. The festival is free to attend, and vendor registration is available for businesses interested in participating and connecting across Idaho’s food system.

Join us at JUMP Boise on February 12th!

FIND OUT MORE 👉👉 fareidaho.org/field-to-fork (link in bio!)
Portions of this event and its marketing were funded through Grant No. 23FMPPID1155-02, made possible by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service. The content presented is solely the responsibility of FARE Idaho and does not necessarily reflect the official views of the USDA.

02/10/2026

Deep roots and long-term stewardship define Huston Vineyards. As a family-owned winery farming estate vineyards in the Snake River Valley, Huston focuses on growing grapes with care and crafting wines that reflect both the land and the people behind them.

Their commitment to farming, sustainability, and consistency helps strengthen Idaho’s wine industry while supporting the agricultural landscape that makes it possible.

Stop by and connect with Huston Vineyards at Field to Fork to learn more about their wines and approach. The festival is free to attend, and vendor registration is available for businesses interested in participating and connecting across Idaho’s food system.

Join us at JUMP Boise on February 12th!

FIND OUT MORE 👉👉 fareidaho.org/field-to-fork (link in bio!)
Portions of this event and its marketing were funded through Grant No. 23FMPPID1155-02, made possible by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service. The content presented is solely the responsibility of FARE Idaho and does not necessarily reflect the official views of the USDA.