Iowa Farm Bureau Federation

Staff Education
Event 2026

A unique, hands-on look at how Iowa farmers are accelerating conservation and improving water quality across the state.


Date Wednesday, April 29
Location Central Iowa

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Schedule & Details

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

8:00 a.m.
Depart — Iowa Farm Bureau

Board and head out for a day of hands-on conservation learning across central Iowa.

Stop 1 · Melbourne
LICA Demonstration Farm

A guided tour of the Iowa Land Improvement Contractors Association (LICA) demonstration farm, featuring a comprehensive look at conservation practices in action:

  • Terraces & grassed waterways
  • Wetlands, bioreactors & saturated buffers
  • Sediment basins
  • Cover crops and their rapid expansion across Iowa
Lunch
Flight Bar + Grille (Huxley, IA)

A well-earned midday break at a local favorite before the afternoon session.

Stop 2 · Huxley
Farm Bureau Leaders & State Conversation

Connect with conservation advocates and hear directly from state leadership on Iowa's water quality progress:

  • Visit with Farm Bureau leaders Carol Miller and Jacob Handsaker
  • Remarks from Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig on statewide water quality efforts
~4:00 p.m.
Return to the Office

Arrive back at the Iowa Farm Bureau, wrapping up a day of insight, connection, and conservation in action.

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Secure your spot for the FBF Staff Education Event 2026 — space is limited for this exclusive farm experience.


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