Experience Class

The class will meet for three days and will have the opportunity to travel across the state of Iowa to tour and have conversations about the soybean industry. Participants will develop insights on soybean research, new uses, transportation, communications, policy and more! We want you to be involved with and benefit from this program!

Schedule

July 22

  • Welcome and introductions
  • ISA overview
  • Lunch panel with ISA, ASA and USB directors
  • Landus facility tour
  • ISU soybean research conversation (Ames)
  • Check into hotel
  • Dinner and social event

July 23

  • ISU field trial
  • Tour of media outlet
  • Farm visits with RCFI trials
  • Dinner and social event (Davenport)

July 24

  • Port tour on the Mississippi River (Davenport)
  • Old Capitol Food Co.
  • Chevron REG tour (Newton)
  • Wrap up/farewell

The class is open to any Iowa soybean farmer. Participants must be 21 years of age or over. Costs of meals and lodging will be covered by ISA. 

Key Takeaways From Participating
  • Understanding of how the soy checkoff works and how the ISA 22-farmer member board directs funds

  • Connections to ISA resources

  • Knowledge of ISA policy developments and directives

  • Networking opportunities with industry partners and ISA supporters

  • Relationships with current and veteran ISA leaders

 

Group picture of Iowa farmers  

Interested in participating in the 2024 Experience Class?

Complete the brief application below. For additional information or assistance, contact our Producer Services Team.