Inside Iowa Agriculture: What the Secretary of Ag Wants You to Know

Send us a text or leave a voicemail - we’d love to hear from you!This week Aly sits down with Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig for a conversation that breaks down what's really happening in Iowa agriculture. We talk about his personal ties to agriculture and the programs his office oversees - from Choose Iowa, to conservation efforts, and Farm Bill priorities, and what he sees as the biggest wins and challenges in Iowa ag today. With Iowa Ag Week in full swing, we talk all about what it is, why we celebrate, and how everyone can get involved. Mike also explains what he wishes more people understood about agriculture, how he views the future of the industry including his advice for keeping the next generation engaged in farming and rural life, and how the America250 celebration ties into agriculture's story.Our conversation closes with thoughts on community and the importance of addressing mental health in the ag industry. This episode offers a clear, relatable look at the issues shaping modern agriculture in Iowa. Follow on X | @IADeptAg @MikeNaigIA @ChooseIowaFollow on Facebook | @IADeptAg @MikeNaigIA @ChooseIowaSupport the showBEHRENS & CO | Join Our Email List — BEHRENS & COFacebook | Instagram | TikTokSubscribe, leave a review and share this episode to support rural voices!