Innovation drives agriculture forward. From the first iron plow, developed nearly 200 years ago, to the driverless tractors of today, farm tools are ever changing to ensure farmers and ranchers can fulfill our mission to feed and fuel our nation and beyond. 

But we wouldn’t have those tools without innovative businesses cropping up in rural America. That’s why 10 years ago, Farm Bureau started the Ag Innovation Challenge to help these businesses grow and thrive.

Thanks to our partnership with Farm Credit and the support of our sponsors, we have invested more than $1 million in ag businesses over the last decade. That’s $1 million to the businesses who are investing...