Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig

Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig Mike Naig serves as Iowa’s Secretary of Agriculture.

His priorities include building markets for Iowa farmers, improving Iowa's water quality and soil health, protecting animal health, and supporting Iowa's next generation.

Always a good day when it includes a county fair. Great to visit the Appanoose County Fair, catch part of the beef show,...
07/22/2026

Always a good day when it includes a county fair. Great to visit the Appanoose County Fair, catch part of the beef show, and spend time visiting with exhibitors and fairgoers.

County fairs continue to showcase the very best of Iowa agriculture, our youth, and our rural communities.

Started the day in Davis County touring Douds Stone’s Lewis Quarry with Representative Austin Harris. Douds Stone is cel...
07/22/2026

Started the day in Davis County touring Douds Stone’s Lewis Quarry with Representative Austin Harris. Douds Stone is celebrating its 100th year in business this year!

Quarries like this provide the stone used in many of Iowa’s infrastructure projects. It was great to learn more about their operation and the important role they play in supporting our rural economy.

Wrapped up my day at Peters Beef Genetics in Jackson County.This sixth-generation cattle operation is using rotational g...
07/17/2026

Wrapped up my day at Peters Beef Genetics in Jackson County.

This sixth-generation cattle operation is using rotational grazing, strong genetics, and a unique bred heifer marketing model to keep growing and improving. Great to see the next generation involved and helping carry this family operation forward.

Great stop at the Delaware County Fair this afternoon!I enjoyed visiting with exhibitors, checking out the barns, and s...
07/17/2026

Great stop at the Delaware County Fair this afternoon!

I enjoyed visiting with exhibitors, checking out the barns, and seeing Iowa's next generation show the hard work they’ve put in all year. County fairs are one of the best ways we celebrate agriculture, youth leadership, and rural community pride.

It was great to present the Good Farm Neighbor Award to Sean and Sara Dolan in Buchanan County today.The Dolan family le...
07/17/2026

It was great to present the Good Farm Neighbor Award to Sean and Sara Dolan in Buchanan County today.

The Dolan family leads by example through strong livestock care, conservation, and service to their community. Their work with cover crops, soil health, and responsible pork production is a great example of Iowa agriculture at its best.

Wrapped up the day in Emmet County with a tour of Redwood Farms Meat Processors. Facilities like this are an important p...
07/17/2026

Wrapped up the day in Emmet County with a tour of Redwood Farms Meat Processors. Facilities like this are an important part of Iowa’s livestock economy. They support producers, create jobs, and help keep value-added agriculture strong here in our state.

Good discussion this afternoon at the Community Bankers of Iowa Annual Convention in Dickinson County.We covered a lot o...
07/16/2026

Good discussion this afternoon at the Community Bankers of Iowa Annual Convention in Dickinson County.

We covered a lot of important topics — the ag economy, farm profitability, markets and trade, biofuels, animal health, and water quality. Ag lenders are important partners and trusted advisors for our farmers and rural communities, and I appreciate everything they do to support our state!

Started my day in Clay County touring a water quality wetland that’s helping protect Iowa’s soil and water.This project ...
07/16/2026

Started my day in Clay County touring a water quality wetland that’s helping protect Iowa’s soil and water.

This project was developed with support from IDALS, turning what began as a wet spot in a field into a highly effective conservation practice that filters nitrate from water, works with existing tile, and includes CRP around the wetland. Great example of practical, farmer-led conservation in action.

Wrapped up the day at East to West Farm in Louisa County.This sixth-generation family farm sells beef, pork, chicken, an...
07/09/2026

Wrapped up the day at East to West Farm in Louisa County.

This sixth-generation family farm sells beef, pork, chicken, and eggs directly to consumers and recently received a Choose Iowa Value-Added Grant to support new storage and on-farm retail space. Great to see another Iowa farm finding new ways to grow and connect with customers!

Honored to present the Wergin Good Farm Neighbor Award to Stan and Martha Nelson in Des Moines County today.The Nelson f...
07/09/2026

Honored to present the Wergin Good Farm Neighbor Award to Stan and Martha Nelson in Des Moines County today.

The Nelson family has farmed this land for more than 130 years and continues to lead with responsible farming practices and service to their community. Congratulations to the Nelson family!

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