Governor Kim Reynolds, Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig and Department of Natural Resources Director Kayla Lyon invite Iowans to nominate individuals or families for the 2024 Iowa Farm Environmental Leader Award. Iowa farmers and landowners who implement proven practices to improve water quality and incorporate farming practices that conserve and protect our natural resources are eligible […]
Hancock County family recognized at 2024 Iowa Pork Congress in Des Moines DES MOINES, Iowa (Jan. 24, 2024) – Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig presented the Wergin Good Farm Neighbor Award to the Schmidt Family of Hancock.
Eight area farmers have been recognized by the state for their commitment to using things like cover crops to reduce erosion and improve water quality. They e