Practical Farmers of Iowa is a nonprofit farmer-led organization dedicated to advancing profitable, ecologically sound, and community-enhancing approaches to agriculture. The organization supports farmers through farmer-to-farmer learning, on-farm research, and education programs that promote resilient and sustainable farming systems.
Sustainable agriculture policy, conservation and soil health programs, beginning farmer support, local food systems development, conservation funding, and state and federal farm policy that supports diversified and environmentally responsible farming practices
Foundation grants, individual donations, membership dues, program revenue, and government grants
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service, Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) program, and regional sustainable agriculture coalitions
Non-profit organization