I was grateful to spend time with members of the Iowa Farmers Union during their Day on the Hill at the Capitol this week and hear directly from family farmers and rural advocates who keep showing up to make sure their voices are heard. This year, their member-driven priorities include strengthening local and regional food systems, standing up for fair and competitive markets, and supporting farmer-led soil and water conservation. I’m grateful for the work they do and their partnership at the Capitol, and I look forward to continuing to work together for Iowa’s farmers and rural communities this session.
Members of the Iowa Farmers Union join Senator Drey in the second-floor rotunda during their Day on the Hill. From left to right: Tommy Hexter, Beth Hoffman, Senator Drey, Camas Leeson, Tabitha Kuehn, and Cynthia Farmer.