🚜 Stronger Farms

In Iowa, we don’t just grow crops, we grow the future, and our farmers care deeply about the land they’ve worked for generations. But in today’s farm economy, it’s harder than ever to access the tools that reward sustainable practices. 

Why it matters: Iowa farmers are committed to leaving their land better than they found it, but instead of rewarding farmers for their stewardship, Washington keeps getting in the way.

Every day, our producers deal with: 

🚫 Outdated programs buried in red tape 

🚫 Conservation initiatives falling short 

🚫 Sustainability goals requiring up-front costs

🚫 Pressure on family farms from rising costs and shrinking margins 

That’s why I’m proud to introduce the Strong Farms, Strong Futures Act, a bipartisan plan to boost voluntary conservation tools, cut red tape, and ensure farmers are rewarded for the investments they are already making.

Here’s what it means for Iowa’s farmers: 

✅ Expanded funding for the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP)

✅ More flexibility for practices that improve soil and water quality

✅ Climart-smart solutions that increase carbon capture and reduce emissions

✅ Fair, inflation-adjusted payments that help farmers on the front end

Bottom Line: Iowa farmers don’t need mandates. They need partners. This bill rewards stewardship and invests in the next generation of producers who are proud to leave their land better than they found it.