Credit, Crop Insurance and Sustainable Agriculture in Iowa

August 2011

Center for Rural Affairs and Iowa Farmers Union

A survey of Iowa producers, agricultural lenders and crop insurance agents showed a need for ongoing education about "sustainable agriculture" and its benefits, and policy changes in the 2012 Farm Bill. Read news release

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The Leopold Center was established by the 1987 Iowa Groundwater Protection Act as a research and education center at Iowa State University to develop sustainable agricultural practices that are both profitable and conserve natural resources. Iowa State does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Vietnam Era Veteran. Any persons having inquiries concerning this may contact the Director of Affirmative Action, 3210 Beardshear Hall, (515) 294-7612.

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