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77%+ of consumers are favorable toward Iowa farmers and their on-farm practices.
83% of respondents agree that farmers produce safe, quality foods.
51%+ of respondents were optimistic about the future of Iowa agriculture.
Top 3 most important food purchasing factors for consumers are food quality, price and nutritional value.

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Beautifully Balanced Meals A meal that features a variety of foods and flavors not only offers an array of delicious flavors but also delivers additional health benefits by sneaking in a variety of vitamins and nutrients.
Rooted in Quality, Growing in Innovation How Cresco-based Plantpeddler has grown from small-town greenhouse to global supplier of some of the most high-value horticultural crops available.
Making Beef Easy: A Busy Mom’s Guide to Getting More Protein in Your Diet During Beef Month, we highlight how incorporating high-quality, protein-rich beef into active lifestyles can support family nutrition and make mealtime easier.
Oh, Give Me a Home Where the Bison Will Roam Sunset Hills Bison Ranch celebrates the relationship bison have with the land, the holistic experience of raising the animals in nature, the uniquely supportive bison-producer community and the opportunity to connect Iowans with their rural roots.
Spencer Strong: A Young Entrepreneur's Efforts to Support Flood Recovery What started as a simple hobby — making beaded bracelets — quickly turned into a mission to support families in need. Through her small business, 10-year-old Quinn Swart has raised over $8,500 for Spencer flood relief survivors, proving that even the smallest acts of kindness can make a big impact.
The Fight to Protect Iowa’s Egg Industry Iowa egg producers work safely and responsibly to protect their flocks and stop the spread of avian flu outbreak. Find the truth behind egg prices and how the No. 1 egg-producing state is working to restore normalcy.
The Honey War The Honey War was a border dispute between Iowa and Missouri fueled by surveying errors and conflicting claims. While it’s long been resolved, Iowa farmers remain deeply connected to their land.
Subtle Sweetness Maple and honey are two versatile flavor profiles that complement the other ingredients to create a subtle sweetness sure to delight the taste buds.

Iowa-Inspired Recipes

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Pork Chops with Garlic Herb Sauce

Za’atar Baked Egg Skillet with Cucumber and Herb Sour Cream

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Fun Ag Facts

Did you know most soybeans grown in Iowa are processed into feed for livestock like pigs, poultry and dairy cows?

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