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Starting out right - the Tjelmelands of Story county

Lucas and Krista Tjelmeland are exactly the kind of young farmers Iowa, and agriculture, needs and wants to attract.

Doing it right for 15 Years

The Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers (CSIF) celebrates its 15th anniversary this year; marking a decade and a half of helping Iowa successfully and responsibly grow its livestock industry.

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The Coalition, created by farmers to serve farmers, is here to help families grow their livestock farms responsibly and successfully. We can help with siting, planning, construction, following all rules and regulations and neighbor relations.

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CSIF Announces Scholarship Recipients in Celebration of 15th Anniversary

Contact: Gabby Glenister, 515.225.5526, gglenister@supportfarmers.com WEST DES MOINES, IOWA – June 10, 2019 – The Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers (CSIF) has selected 15 exceptional students from across the state...

Starting Out Right – The Tjelmelands of Story County

Lucas and Krista Tjelmeland are exactly the kind of young farmers Iowa, and agriculture, needs and wants to attract. At age 28, Lucas is the fifth generation of Tjelmelands to...

Wergin Good Farm Neighbor Award Honors Farmers Who Lead by Example

Promoting good neighbor-to-neighbor relations is a key component of the Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers’ approach to responsible livestock production. To showcase the example set by Iowa livestock farmers who go...

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