Iowa Local Food and Farm Plan

January 2011

Leopold Center for Sustainable Agriculture

This study provided an overview of local food efforts in Iowa since 1995 and looked at the challenges and implications for increased local food production. It offers 34 recommendations that would boost the local food economy in Iowa, including creation of a state-level local food and farm program, education and training, potential funding sources and policy needs.

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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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