(Des Moines) — For the first time, Iowa lawmakers are expected to hear a comprehensive agricultural policy proposal in the 2026 Legislative Session.
Iowa Agriculture Secretary Mike Naig announced plans earlier this month to introduce the “Iowa Farm Act,” a comprehensive legislative package designed to “support Iowa farmers, strengthen rural communities, and position Iowa agriculture for long-term success. Ahead of lawmakers gaveling into the 2026 session today (Monday), Naig discussed the first-of-its-kind legislation in Iowa with KMA News following a “Good Farm Neighbor” Award presentation near Clarinda on Friday…
“We’ve seen this done, certainly at the national level, and I think it’s right to say that it’s something akin to a national farm bill, but I’ve seen it also done in some other states,” said Naig. “I’ve got colleagues who have engaged in this and what we like about it is that it’s a comprehensive bill. It’s got some big things, it’s got some small things in it, but I think it represents the diversity of Iowa’s agriculture.”…