Iowa Farm Bureau Federation

Ag promotion: the company promoted agriculture to members and the general public in various ways. The company purchased print, outdoor and radio advertising throughout the year that promote livestock and row crop production as well as advocating for agriculture to the 102,000 residents of the county. The company hosts an appreciation meal and social gathering in august for all 2,900 members, with 135 attending. The company also hosts a media appreciation activity where directors deliver meat and cheese trays to over 10 area media outlets that employ over 200 people. The company also promotes agriculture through activities it does and sponsors during the county fair in august, reaching the 80,000 attendees.

Ag education: the company is a strong supporter of agriculture education to people of all ages, but in particular, elementary school students in the county. The company provides materials and a full-time ag in the classroom coordinator to lead in-person educational sessions in 16 schools in the county, reaching 1,600, 2nd and 4th grade students on a monthly basis, september through may. Scholarships were awarded to 4 eligible high school students.

The company has various programs that are aimed at providing information to members on current agricultural issues through newsletters, meetings, etc. 3,128 members were benefitted in this manner during 2024.