Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship Email Format
Government AdministrationIowa, United States201-500 Employees
The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship is a state government agency focused on agriculture and land stewardship. Based in Des Moines, Iowa, it operates through twelve bureaus to support Iowa's farmers, promote agricultural products, protect consumers, and safeguard soil and water resources. The department serves farmers across the state and collaborates with partners to address environmental and agricultural challenges, providing programs and oversight that connect production with stewardship. Led by Secretary Mike Naig, the agency engages with the public on consumer protection and resource conservation. In June 2026, the department announced a collaboration with Google and the Great Outdoors Foundation to help Western Iowa farmers convert 5,000 acres to perennial hay and pasture, aiming to reduce fertilizer use and improve water quality.