Central Iowa’s Premier

Organic Farm:

Stone-Milled Grains

&

Aquaponics Greenhouse

“The land and soil are not for us—we borrow it from our kids and their futures.”—Jeff Hafner, Owner of Early Morning Harvest

Early Morning Harvest

Who We Are

Just outside the Des Moines metro, near Panora, Iowa, Early Morning Harvest is rooted in a way of farming that values patience, craftsmanship, and care for the land. Our family farm is built on the belief that good food begins long before it reaches the table—it starts with healthy soil, trusted traditions, and a deep respect for where our food comes from.

At the heart of our farm is the soil and land. We try to make the soil better through rotation, not using any synthetic chemicals, and by creating a balance in harmony with nature and our livestock. The land and soil are not for us—we borrow it from our kids and their futures. The healthier the soil is, the healthier the plants—and the livestock and humans that consume them or their products—will be.

We grow certified organic grains and stone-mill them on-site, just as generations before us did—slowly, carefully, and with intention. This time-honored process preserves the grain’s natural nutrients, flavor, and texture, resulting in flours, meals, and cereals that are as nourishing as they are honest.

Alongside our grains, we raise produce, honey, and eggs using thoughtful, sustainable practices. While fresh produce grows year-round through seasonal gardens and controlled growing systems, our focus remains on what we do best: cultivating and milling grains from field to flour, all in one place.

Stewardship guides everything we do. We never use synthetic chemicals, choosing instead to farm in harmony with nature and protect the land for future generations. From the first seed planted to the final bag of flour, every step reflects our commitment to quality and transparency.

Early Morning Harvest exists to reconnect people with their food—to bring truly farm-to-table grains to your kitchen, and to carry forward a legacy of farming done right.

Our Mission:

To provide fresh, healthy food for our community.

What We Harvest

“Last year I entered the wide world of fresh ground flour and it was important to me to buy high-quality locally grown wheat. I started by making the 90 minute trip up to their farm for a few pounds of berries, and not too long after I was making another trip back up for a couple hundred pounds for myself and a family member. Adding their wheat to my breads and pastries has not only made them healthier and more nutritious, but the flavor is just unmatched compared to white flour bread products. The people at Early Morning Harvest have always been wonderful to work with. Kind and patient in answering all of my questions and always more than willing to work with me to arrange a pick up time since we live so far away. So glad we have a business and people like this right here in Iowa!”

Kenny H—2026
"Wheatsfield Co-op has proudly carried Early Morning Harvest flour for the last decade, and it has been a joy to watch this outstanding local company grow. We're proud to use their locally grown and milled flour in our co-op bakery, where their commitment to organic farming, careful stone-milling, and true "seed-to-bag" transparency is reflected in the exceptional quality of every product. Early Morning Harvest flour is truly second to none, and we are honored to share it with our community."

Jane E.—Wheatsfield Cooperative, Center Store Manager—2026
"At Home Kneads, the quality of our bread starts with the quality of our flour. We use Early Morning Harvest flour in every loaf delivered to Fareway because it's truly unlike anything else. The flavor, the nutrients, and the integrity of this flour shines through in every bake. We're incredibly grateful to these local farmers who believe in doing things the right way and investing in high-quality, thoughtfully milled flour. Their work makes our bread better--plain and simple."

Nina H.—Home Kneads, Owner—2026