DES MOINES, Iowa — Forty Iowa farm families received the Iowa Farm Environmental Leader Awards Wednesday at the 2025 Iowa State Fair. This award honors those who take voluntary actions to enhance and protect Iowa's natural resources, particularly soil and water, while serving as community leaders. "Here in Iowa, we know that agriculture and conservation go hand in hand," said Governor Kim Reynolds. "Our farmers feed and fuel the world - and they also lead the way in protecting soil, improving our water quality, and adopting innovative practices that will keep our state striving for generations to come." The awardees implement conservation practices such as cover crops, wetlands, and buffer strips, which contribute to the Iowa Nutrient Reduction Strategy. Experts say these

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