Iowa Farm Bureau Federation

“Part III, Line 28 - Policy Development - A priority of our organization is policy development and policy implementation that is relevant to our members and the agriculture community. During the year, members are asked to surface ideas important to them, business, and/or their rural community. They are also asked to complete a survey, sharing feedback of the topics that were submitted. These ideas are considered for future organizational policy. A committee reviews the information that is submitted, and all Farm Bureau members are invited to join in on the process further by discussing the topics and information with the committee at the Policy Development Meeting. The Voting Delegate representing the organization shares the policies and topics put together by their county at the state-wide policy development conference. State adopted policies are lobbied for with intent to be implemented as soon as possible. National adopted policies are presented at the American Farm Bureau Annual Meeting by the Iowa Voting Delegates. Members also meet with county personnel (Supervisors, Engineer, etc.) throughout the year to stay abreast of the issues the county is facing and encourage the elected officials to keep agriculture at front of mind when they are making decisions affecting our rural community.”

“Part III, Line 29 - Ag in the Classroom - The company financially and in-kind supports the Ag4All program of Adair County to provide agricultural learning opportunities to youth and adults in Adair County. These activities include in school programming, community events, and STEM Festivals. Over 2,500 youth and adults are reached through these programs. Book donations were made to the public and school libraries in the county. The county also provides scholarships for graduating seniors and supports the 4-H, FFA and Speak Out for Agriculture programs in the county.”

“Part III, Line 30 - Agriculture Promotions - The company participated in and sponsored a variety of events and opportunities throughout the year to promote agriculture in our community. The company supports the Ag4All Who's Your Iowa Farmer initiative which helps connect the general public to farmers and agriculture. The County Farm Bureau hosted an Egg Giveaway to celebrate National Egg Month and support a local, small egg business. The County Farm Bureau also supported small businesses that promote agriculture by hosting our Member Appreciation Event in conjunction with the local restaurants. We celebrate National Ag Week during the month of March by hosting agriculture focused trivia on our Facebook pages. Farm Bureau/agriculture focused prizes are awarded to the winners. We also support financially, many events, educational programs, and opportunities throughout the year.”

“Dues to State Organization; Dues; Iowa Farm Bureau Federation: 5400 University Ave, West Des Moines, IA, 50266; State Organization, 19249.”

“Donation; Donation; Ag 4 All, Inc.: PO Box 155, Orient, IA, 50858; None, 5000.”

“Individual Payments < $5,000 each; Donations; : , , , ; , 3996.”

“Travel 80.”

“Conferences, Conventions and Meetings 13153.”

“Equipment Rental and Maintenance 738.”

“Office Supplies 607.”

“Telephone 827.”

“Advertising and Public Relations 1699.”

“Dues and Subscriptions 250.”

“Insurance 865.”

“Other Program Services 1499.”

“Depreciation 708.”

“Accounts Receivable 1270. 1480.”

“Accounts Payable 2539. 419.”