Farm Foundation: Accelerating People & Ideas

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Farm Foundation leverages the power of collaboration between food and agricultural stakeholders to advance agriculture in positive ways. Our unique approach combines the trust and reliability of a “think tank” with the impact and urgency of a “do tank.”

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The Latest from Farm Foundation

Farm Family Wellness Alliance Expands to Illinois

All Illinois farm families now have access to free mental health and wellness services.

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Adding Conservation Practices to Farm Leases

When adding conservation practices to a farm lease, it is critical to put it in writing.

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Do Cost-Share Payments Increase Cover Crop Area?

Our Agricultural Economics Fellow explores the answer on our blog.

Jerome Lyman Elected to Lead Farm Foundation Board

Dan Basse was elected Vice Chair; two new directors were also appointed.

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Strong Increases in Cash Rental Rates in Iowa

A recent survey shows the first substantial increase since 2013.

Turning Ideas Into Action

Since 1933, Farm Foundation has united diverse perspectives and non-partisan objectivity to advance agriculture. We do more than collaborate. We motivate momentum to achieve tangible results that address the urgent issues facing our industry, including the following:

Farmer Health

The stresses of farming have an enormous impact on farm workers. Farm Foundation creates practical solutions for all aspects of wellbeing, including mental, physical and financial health.

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Digital Agriculture

We’re examining how to best leverage new technologies, such as big data, internet connectivity, drones, DNA scans, gene editing and precision agriculture, for positive social and economic results.

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Conservation and Sustainability

We build bridges with regulators, producers and consumers to create workable solutions that protect and improve natural resources.

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Market Development and Access

From well-developed trade agreements to improved infrastructure, we’re bringing people together to make sure we meet consumer demand for food, fuel and industrial products.

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