About the Coalition to Support Iowa's Farmers...

Prominent agricultural groups in Iowa unanimously approved the creation of a new effort to grow Iowa’s economy and keep farm families living and working on the land. The idea became a reality May 2004 with the launch of the Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers.

The Coalition’s mission is to help grow Iowa’s communities one farmer and one neighbor at a time by helping farm families raise livestock responsibly and successfully.

Seven Iowa farm and commodity organizations created this strategic effort. They include: Iowa Cattlemen’s Association; Iowa Corn Growers Association; Iowa Farm Bureau; Iowa Poultry Association; Iowa Pork Producers Association; Iowa Soybean Association and Iowa Turkey Federation.

The CSIF helps farmers follow all rules and regulations, choose good locations for new livestock farm, strengthen relationships with their neighbors and communities and implement best management practices that enhance air, soil and water quality. The Coalition also empowers farm families to be ambassadors for their way of life and communicates the connection between livestock farming and Iowa’s economic and social well being.

CSIF’s focus is unique. While Iowa’s farm and commodity organizations provide a comprehensive assortment of tools and resources for a variety of farmers and constituents, the Coalition works specifically on animal ag issues. The Coalition does not lobby, develop policy or maintain a membership base.

If you would like to learn more about the Coalition, are in need of a public speaker to talk about agriculture or would like to invest in the Coalition’s work, contact Aaron Putze, CSIF Executive Director, 1-800-932-2436 or aputze@supportfarmers.com.