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
Shelby County

Arthur Wisecup
Harrison County

Laura Foell
Sac County

Shea Greiner
Davis County

Steve Kuiper
Marion County

Kelly Nieuwenhuis
O’Brien County

Lilian Swanson
Wright County

Stu Swanson
Wright County

Tony Schwarck
Mitchell County

Val Plagge
Franklin County

Bob Hemesath
Winneshiek County

Darla Recker
Fayette County

Mark Mueller
Bremer County

Jolene Riessen
Buena Vista County

Larry Buss
Harrison County

Denny Friest
Hardin County

Kellie Blair
Webster County

Will Cannon
Jasper County

Lance Lillibridge
Benton County

Logan Lyon
Muscatine County

Adam Bierbaum
Cass County

Cody Messer
Des Moines County