Iowa Corn Faces of Farming

Faces of Farming

Have you ever wondered who exactly is responsible for growing and raising the food we enjoy every day? It’s most likely a family. More than 97% of farms in Iowa are family-owned and operated. While technology and efficiencies impact agriculture like every industry, family continues to be the core of the farm. Explore the families and the deep commitment they have to growing corn and caring for their farms and families.

Anderson Brothers
Anderson Brothers

Shelby County

Arthur Wisecup
Arthur Wisecup

Harrison County

Laura Foell
Laura Foell

Sac County

Shea Greiner
Shea Greiner

Davis County

Steve Kuiper
Steve Kuiper

Marion County

Kelly Nieuwenhuis
Kelly Nieuwenhuis

O’Brien County

Lilian Swanson
Lilian Swanson

Wright County

Stu Swanson
Stu Swanson

Wright County

Tony Schwarck
Tony Schwarck

Mitchell County

Val Plagge
Val Plagge

Franklin County

Bob Hemesath
Bob Hemesath

Winneshiek County

Darla Recker
Darla Recker

Fayette County

Mark Mueller
Mark Mueller

Bremer County

Jolene Riessen
Jolene Riessen

Buena Vista County

Larry Buss
Larry Buss

Harrison County

Denny Friest
Denny Friest

Hardin County

Kellie Blair
Kellie Blair

Webster County

Will Cannon
Will Cannon

Jasper County

Lance Lillibridge
Lance Lillibridge

Benton County

Logan Lyon
Logan Lyon

Muscatine County

Adam Bierbaum
Adam Bierbaum

Cass County

Cody Messer
Cody Messer

Des Moines County