The Story of IronFox Farm

There once was a vacant lot for sale. A couple in the neighborhood would walk past and dream of the wonderful opportunities and bountiful harvest this land could provide. Wide-eyed and hopeful, they could barely believe when their offer was graciously accepted. Their dream became a reality!

Why “IronFox Farm”?

Before embarking on this adventure in urban agriculture, founders Megan (Eisenbeis) & Dan (Vos) planned to combine their last names in marriage.

“Eisen” = “Iron”, “Vos” = “Fox” 

Mission Statement

“IronFox Farm aims to empower children and the community by providing an educational gardening space to learn about plants, flowers, soil health, pollinators, fruits, and vegetables.”

Friends of IronFox Farm

IronFox Farm has established a partnership with Eugene Field Elementary A+ (EFA+) to provide garden plots and educational lessons to elementary school students in the spring and fall. Throughout the summer, students and their families are encouraged to visit, tend, and harvest produce from their garden plots! If you would like to know more or get involved, please visit the “Contact” page.

Fair Garden Distribution Pilot

IronFox Farm is working with Empower Sioux Falls, Fair Market, and Augustana University to pilot a distribution model providing local food to a local grocery. Excess produce from IronFox Farm and Augustana University are delivered to Fair Market groceries located in Sioux Falls. You can learn more about Fair Market and their mission to reduce food waste here: https://www.facebook.com/fairmarket2512/.